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Framed Print : Space-Sputnik I-Pravda
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Space-Sputnik I-Pravda
(FILES) Picture dated 06 October 1957 shows the frontpage of the Sovietic newspaper Pravda after the launch of worlds first satellite Sputnik I. On October 04 1957, the then-Union of Socialist Soviet Republics launched the worlds first man-made satellite, called Sputnik. It was an event which at one sparked the so-called " space-race" and pushed the frontiers of the Cold War outside the Earths atmosphere. / AFP PHOTO / FILES PRAVDA / -
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Astronautics Drawing Satellite Space Mission Vertical Front Page
21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame
Step into the realm of history with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic front page of Pravda newspaper from Agence France-Presse (AFP), dated October 6, 1957, this print commemorates the groundbreaking launch of Sputnik I, the world's first satellite. Relive the excitement and wonder of this historical moment as you display this elegant and thought-provoking piece in your home or office. Each print is meticulously framed to preserve its vibrant colors and intricate details, making it a stunning addition to any space or history enthusiast's collection.
Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 44.4cm x 54.6cm (17.5" x 21.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This iconic print captures a pivotal moment in history - the front page of the Soviet newspaper Pravda after the launch of Sputnik I, the world's first man-made satellite. Dated October 6,1957, this image symbolizes not only a remarkable scientific achievement but also an escalation of tensions during the Cold War era. On October 4,1957, the Union of Socialist Soviet Republics (USSR) successfully launched Sputnik I into space. This groundbreaking event marked humanity's entry into the Space Age and ignited what would be known as the "space race" between superpowers. The USSR had taken a significant lead by launching this small metal sphere equipped with radio transmitters that orbited Earth every 98 minutes. The impact was profound; it pushed boundaries beyond our planet's atmosphere and intensified competition between nations striving for technological supremacy. As depicted in this print from Agence France-Presse (AFP), Pravda captured both national pride and global attention through its bold front-page headline. The accompanying caricature drawing adds an artistic touch to commemorate this historic milestone in astronautics. It serves as a reminder of how one single event can shape human endeavors and aspirations for years to come. Decades later, Sputnik I remains an emblematic symbol of scientific progress and geopolitical rivalries intertwined within our collective memory.
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