Poster Print : METEOR SHOWER, 1833. People observing a meteor storm above a village in 1833. Wood engraving by Adolf Vollmy, c1888
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METEOR SHOWER, 1833. People observing a meteor storm above a village in 1833. Wood engraving by Adolf Vollmy, c1888
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Media ID 7540809
1833 Adolf Astronomy Meteor Outdoor Shower Star Storm Village
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the night sky with our Meteor Shower, 1833 poster print. This captivating wood engraving by Adolf Vollmy, created in 1888, captures the moment as people gather in a village to marvel at the spectacular meteor storm above. Transport yourself back in time and experience the wonder and excitement of this celestial event. Add this stunning vintage print to your home or office to ignite curiosity and inspire awe in all who see it. The intricate details and rich, authentic hues bring history to life, making it a perfect conversation starter and a unique addition to any space. Order now and let the magic of the universe be a part of your daily life.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.8cm x 59.4cm (15.7" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this wood engraving by Adolf Vollmy, we are transported back to the year 1833, where a village is awestruck by a meteor storm. The night sky above the quaint settlement comes alive as streaks of light shoot across the darkness, creating an enchanting spectacle for all who witness it. A group of people has gathered outdoors to observe this celestial phenomenon, their faces filled with wonder and amazement. They stand in awe beneath a star-studded sky, their eyes fixed on the mesmerizing display unfolding before them. The artist skillfully captures their expressions of astonishment and curiosity as they marvel at nature's extraordinary show. Vollmy's intricate engraving technique brings out every detail of the scene - from the delicate lines illustrating each individual meteor to the subtle shading that adds depth and dimension to both the village below and the vast expanse above. Through his artistry, he transports us back in time to experience this early encounter with astronomy firsthand. This print from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with celestial events. It invites us to reflect on our place in the universe and appreciate how even centuries ago, people were captivated by these cosmic wonders.
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