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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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14"x12" Mount with 12"x10" Print
Step into history with our exclusive Media Storehouse Mounted Photo featuring the iconic image of Laika, the brave Soviet dog who became the first living creature to travel to space aboard Sputnik II. Captured by Agence France-Presse (AFP) on the front page of Pravda on 13 November 1957, this powerful image is a testament to the groundbreaking moment in space exploration. Bring this historic moment into your home or office with our high-quality mounted photo, sure to make a statement and spark conversation.
Printed on 12"x10" paper and suitable for use in a 14"x12" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 26.5cm (10" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 35.6cm (12" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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