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Fine Art Print : US-MOON. This 17 August, 1999 image taken by cameras on board the Cassini
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US-MOON. This 17 August, 1999 image taken by cameras on board the Cassini
This 17 August, 1999 image taken by cameras on board the Cassini Orbiter spacecraft and released by NASA 01 September, 1999 shows the Earths Moon as the spacecraft passed by on the way to its closest approach with the Earth as it gains energy to reach Saturn. The Cassini spacecraft was launched in 1997 and is expected to reach Saturn in 2004 to conduct four years of detailed studies of the planet. AFP PHOTO NASA/JPL / AFP PHOTO / NASA
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8"x8" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the universe with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, captured by NASA's Cassini Orbiter spacecraft on August 17, 1999, as it passed by the Moon, is now available as a stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Released by Agence France-Presse on September 1, 1999, this iconic photograph showcases the Moon in all its glory as seen from space. Bring this breathtaking view into your home or office and elevate your space with a piece of celestial art that is sure to inspire wonder and curiosity. Order your Fine Art Print of US-MOON by NASA from Media Storehouse today.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 35.6cm (14" x 14")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, taken on 17 August 1999 by cameras aboard the Cassini Orbiter spacecraft and released by NASA on 01 September of the same year, offers a mesmerizing glimpse of our very own celestial companion - the Moon. As the spacecraft embarked on its journey towards Saturn, it had a fortuitous encounter with Earth's natural satellite, allowing us to witness this breathtaking sight. The square-shaped photograph showcases the Moon in all its glory, revealing intricate details that are often hidden from our view. The lunar surface is beautifully illuminated, displaying countless craters and rugged terrain that bear witness to eons of cosmic history. Its serene presence against the backdrop of space serves as a reminder of both our insignificance in the grand scheme of things and our deep connection to the universe. The Cassini spacecraft itself adds another layer of fascination to this image. Launched in 1997 with an ambitious mission ahead, it was en route to Saturn at the time this snapshot was captured. This close flyby allowed for crucial energy gains before reaching its ultimate destination seven years later in 2004. As we marvel at this extraordinary photograph courtesy of NASA/JPL and Agence France-Presse (AFP), we are reminded once again how exploration expands human knowledge and fuels our insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond Earth's boundaries.
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