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Small Magellanic Cloud
Small Magellanic Cloud. Optical image of the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC), a satellite galaxy of our galaxy the Milky Way. SMC lies about 185, 000 light years away and has about one billion times the mass of the Sun. It has an irregular shape and is characterised by several star clusters and interstellar clouds of gas & dust (nebulae, small pink patches). Part of the SMC extends towards the Large Magellanic Cloud (not see here), another satellite galaxy of the Milky Way, possibly due to its gravitational attraction. The bright, round object at centre right is 47 Tucanae. It is a globular star cluster found in our galaxy at a distance of about 20, 000 light years
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 27cm (15.6" x 10.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the ethereal beauty of the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC), a satellite galaxy nestled within our own Milky Way. Located approximately 185,000 light years away, this celestial wonder boasts a staggering mass equivalent to one billion times that of our Sun. Its irregular shape is adorned with numerous star clusters and nebulae, represented by delicate pink patches scattered throughout. Intriguingly, part of the SMC extends towards its neighboring satellite galaxy, the Large Magellanic Cloud (not visible in this image), potentially due to their gravitational attraction. At the center-right of this mesmerizing composition shines 47 Tucanae – a brilliant globular star cluster residing within our own galaxy at a distance of about 20,000 light years. As we delve into the realms of science and astronomy through this remarkable visual creation from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of the vastness and complexity that exists beyond Earth's boundaries. The Small Magellanic Cloud serves as an awe-inspiring testament to the grandeur and diversity present in our galactic neighborhood.
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