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Poster Print : Optical photograph of the Milky Way
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Optical photograph of the Milky Way
Optical photograph of part of the Milky Way in the constellation of the Southern Cross, showing the dark Coalsack nebula at centre. The coalsack is a region of dark dust which absorbs the light of the stars beyond. The small, bright, fuzzy object at upper left is Omega Centauri (NGC 5139), a massive globular cluster some 620 light years across
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Media ID 6443989
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Cosmology Galactic Centre Galaxy Milky Way Omega Centauri Southern Cross Coal Sack Ngc 5139
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Breathtakingly beautiful and scientifically captivating, the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints presents an Optical photograph of the Milky Way, courtesy of Science Photo Library. Witness the mesmerizing expanse of stars and gases in the constellation of the Southern Cross, with the dark Coalsack nebula taking center stage. Ignite your curiosity and adorn your space with this celestial masterpiece, a perfect blend of art and science.
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 42cm x 51.6cm (16.5" x 20.3")
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
This print showcases a mesmerizing optical photograph of the Milky Way, specifically a portion located in the constellation of the Southern Cross. At its center lies the enigmatic Coalsack nebula, an area filled with dark dust that absorbs the light emitted by stars beyond it. The Coalsack's mysterious presence adds an ethereal touch to this celestial masterpiece. Intriguingly positioned at the upper left corner is Omega Centauri (NGC 5139), a remarkable globular cluster spanning an astonishing distance of 620 light years. This massive cluster appears as a small yet radiant and fuzzy object against the backdrop of countless distant stars. The sheer beauty and complexity captured in this image serve as a testament to our ever-expanding knowledge of science, astronomy, galaxy formation, and cosmology. It offers us a glimpse into the vastness and intricacy of our own galactic home - the Milky Way. As we explore this awe-inspiring snapshot from Science Photo Library, we are reminded that there is still so much more to discover about our universe. From studying galactic centers like Omega Centauri to unraveling secrets hidden within dark nebulas such as Coalsack, humanity continues its quest for understanding and enlightenment in realms far beyond our reach.
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