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Sputnik 1 stamp
Sputnik 1 stamp. Artwork of Sputnik 1, the worlds first artificial satellite, on a stamp issued by the communist government of the former Soviet Union. Sputnik 1 was launched on October 4th, 1957. The name Sputnik is Russian for travel companion or satellite. The body was a highly polished aluminium alloy sphere which measured 58 centimetres in diameter and weighed 83.5 kilograms. It also had four long antennas attached. Sputnik 1 transmitted radio signals back to earth for a period of 21 days. The success of Sputnik 1 prompted the US government to enter the Space Race with the launch of Explorer-1 four months later
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1900s 4 October 1957 4th October 1957 Antennae Artificial Satellite Earth Orbit First Satellite Geocentric Orbit Orbit Orbiting Radio Transmitter Russian Satellite Soviet Soviet Union Space Flight Space Race Sputnik Sputnik 1 Stamp Telecommunications Postage Stamp
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 17.8cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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 showcases a remarkable piece of history: the Sputnik 1 stamp. Created by the communist government of the former Soviet Union, this stamp commemorates the world's first artificial satellite, Sputnik 1. Launched on October 4th, 1957, Sputnik 1 marked a groundbreaking achievement in space exploration. The artwork on the stamp beautifully depicts Sputnik 1, an aluminium alloy sphere measuring 58 centimetres in diameter and weighing 83.5 kilograms. Adorned with four long antennas, this technological marvel transmitted radio signals back to Earth for an impressive duration of 21 days. Sputnik, meaning "travel companion" or "satellite" in Russian, sparked a fierce competition known as the Space Race between superpowers during the Cold War era. Its success prompted the United States to enter this race just four months later with their own satellite launch called Explorer-1. This image not only captures the historical significance of Sputnik but also highlights its impact on shaping our understanding and exploration of space. It serves as a reminder that even amidst political tensions and rivalries, humanity can achieve extraordinary feats through scientific innovation and determination. As we gaze upon this postage stamp portraying Sputnik's orbit around Earth within its geocentric path, we are reminded of how far we have come since that momentous day on October 4th, 1957 – when mankind took its first steps into outer space.
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