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Poster Print : Yuri Gagarin, Soviet Russian cosmonaut, 1961
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Yuri Gagarin, Soviet Russian cosmonaut, 1961
Yuri Gagarin, Soviet Russian cosmonaut, 1961. Czech postage stamp commemorating Gagarins (1934-1968) flight in Vostok, 12 April 1961, the first manned space flight
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Astronaut Commemorative Cosmonaut Czechoslovakia Czechoslovakian Gagarin Helmet Manned Spaceflight Oxford Science Archive Pioneer Postage Stamp Rocket Soviet Space Space Flight Space Suit Space Travel Spacecraft Vostok 1 Yuri Yuri Gagarin Postal Service
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience a piece of history with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the iconic image of Yuri Gagarin, the first human to journey into outer space. This captivating photograph, taken during Gagarin's groundbreaking 1961 spaceflight, is an intriguing addition to any room. This vintage image, sourced from Heritage Images, is also featured on a Czech postage stamp, making it a unique and collectible piece. Celebrate human achievement and space exploration with this stunning poster print.
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 36.8cm x 59.4cm (14.5" 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.
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This print captures the iconic image of Yuri Gagarin, the Soviet Russian cosmonaut, in 1961. The photograph is featured on a Czech postage stamp that commemorates Gagarin's historic flight aboard Vostok on April 12th, 1961 - marking humanity's first-ever manned space journey. Gagarin's youthful and determined expression shines through his helmet as he dons his space suit, symbolizing the pioneering spirit of exploration that defined this era. The vibrant colors used in this commemorative stamp add to its visual appeal and evoke a sense of excitement for the groundbreaking achievement it represents. The inclusion of a bird soaring alongside Gagarin serves as a metaphorical representation of mankind breaking free from earthly constraints and venturing into uncharted territories. It symbolizes our innate desire to conquer new frontiers and push the boundaries of what is possible. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of Gagarin's extraordinary accomplishment but also of the immense technological advancements made during this period. This image encapsulates both scientific progress and national pride as it was issued by Czechoslovakia's postal service to honor an event that captivated people across borders. Preserved within this print lies an important moment in history when Yuri Gagarin became an inspiration for generations to come. His courage and determination paved the way for future astronauts and ignited our collective fascination with space travel.
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