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Space-Sputnik Ii-Laika
Picture from the Soviet daily Pravda dated 13 November 1957 of the dog Laika, the first living creature ever sent in space, onboard Sputnik II. Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 2 was launched from the Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, 03 November 1957. Laika died a few hours after launch from stress and overheating, likely due to a malfunction in the thermal control system. / AFP PHOTO / TASS / -
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20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Experience the historic moment of space exploration with our Media Storehouse Metal Print of Sputnik II-Laika, captured by Agence France-Presse (AFP) in 1957. Witness the iconic image of Laika, the brave dog who became the first living creature to orbit Earth aboard Sputnik II, as it graces your walls in stunning metallic brilliance. Preserve this significant piece of space history and add a touch of nostalgia to your decor with our high-quality, long-lasting Metal Print.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This poignant print captures a historic moment in space exploration, forever etching the memory of Laika, the brave canine who paved the way for human astronauts. Taken from the Soviet daily Pravda on 13 November 1957, it showcases Laika aboard Sputnik II, making her the first living creature to venture into space. The launch of this Soviet spacecraft occurred on 3 November 1957 at Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. However, behind this groundbreaking achievement lies a tragic tale. Merely hours after liftoff, Laika succumbed to stress and overheating caused by a malfunctioning thermal control system. Her sacrifice serves as a somber reminder of the risks and challenges faced during early space missions. In this close-up shot, we witness Laika's innocent face peering out from within her cramped quarters—a square-shaped capsule that would orbit Earth for several hours before tragedy struck. This image encapsulates both hope and heartbreak; an emblematic representation of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and its cost. As we reflect upon this photograph today, let us remember Laika as more than just an astronautic pioneer but also as a symbol of courage and sacrifice—her legacy forever imprinted in our quest to unravel the mysteries beyond our planet's atmosphere.
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