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Poster Print : On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne
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On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne
On the way to the Moon: lighting a gas lamp in the space capsule. From Jules Verne Autour de la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
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Media ID 9766003
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1865 Autour Capsule Fiction Flight Jules Lamp Lighting Literature Lune Moon Paris Science Verne Wood
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Travel back in time with Media Storehouse's captivating poster print, featuring an iconic image from Jules Verne's classic novel "Autour de la Lune" or "Around the Moon." This stunning wood engraving depicts an intrepid astronaut lighting a gas lamp within the confines of a space capsule, as they embark on their journey to the moon. Bring the adventure of Jules Verne's imaginative world into your home or office with this beautifully detailed and evocative poster print from Universal Images Group (UIG).
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 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 from Jules Verne's "On the way to the Moon" we are transported back to 1865 Paris, where imagination and science collide. The image depicts a scene inside a space capsule as it hurtles towards the moon, showcasing Verne's visionary storytelling. Amidst the vast expanse of space, a French astronaut is seen lighting a gas lamp, illuminating their surroundings in an ethereal glow. This artwork encapsulates the essence of Verne's literary genius - blending fiction with scientific curiosity. It serves as a testament to his ability to envision advancements in technology long before they became reality. As we gaze at this print, we can't help but marvel at how far humanity has come since those early days of lunar exploration. The intricate details of the wood engraving bring every element to life - from the delicate flicker of light emanating from the gas lamp to the meticulous rendering of gears and machinery within the capsule. This visual masterpiece transports us beyond our earthly confines and into an era when dreams were boundless. Verne's work continues to inspire generations with its timeless themes of adventure and discovery. Through his words and now through this evocative image, he invites us all on an extraordinary journey that transcends time and space itself.
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