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Crescent Earth
Crescent Earth. View of the Earth taken from the Apollo 4 spacecraft, in orbit 17, 960 kilometres above the surface. The large amount of cloud cover makes it difficult to identify any surface features in the sunlit side. Apollo 4 was an unmanned test of the Apollo/Saturn V launcher combination. It was launched on 9 November 1967 into a low orbit. The third stage was then used to climb to over 18, 000 kilometers before heading back to Earth. The speed at re-entry was similar to that expected for Apollo flights returning from the Moon. This test validated the design of the crew capsule. The splashdown of Apollo 4 was on 9 November 1967
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31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 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 31x27 inches (787x685mm). 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 54.2cm x 59.9cm (21.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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 titled "Crescent Earth" offers a mesmerizing view of our planet taken from the Apollo 4 spacecraft. Captured while orbiting 17,960 kilometers above the Earth's surface, this image showcases a stunning crescent-shaped Earth against the backdrop of space. The sunlit side is veiled by an extensive layer of clouds, making it challenging to discern any surface features. Apollo 4 was an unmanned test mission that aimed to evaluate the performance of the Apollo/Saturn V launcher combination. Launched on November 9,1967, into a low orbit, it utilized its third stage to ascend over 18,000 kilometers before returning back towards our home planet. During re-entry, Apollo 4 reached speeds similar to those anticipated for future lunar missions. This pioneering test flight successfully validated the design and functionality of the crew capsule used in subsequent Apollo missions. It marked another significant milestone in humanity's quest for space exploration and deepened our understanding of spacecraft capabilities. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both our smallness within the vast cosmos and our boundless curiosity about distant worlds beyond ours. This awe-inspiring image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and scientific progress in unraveling the mysteries that lie beyond Earth's atmosphere.
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