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Fine Art Print : Comet of December 1680 (Kirch), 1681
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Comet of December 1680 (Kirch), 1681
Comet of December 1680 (Kirch), 1681. Isaac Newton calculated that the comet was travelling at 88, 000 mph and that it passed so near the Sun that at one time it was only 1/6 of the Suns diameter from its surface. From a pamphlet by Simon Bornmeister. (Nuremberg, 1681)
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Media ID 14864534
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Bright Comet Isaac Isaac Newton Newton Night Sky Oxford Science Archive Simon Sir Isaac Tail
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the past with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Print of Comet of December 1680 (Kirch), 1681. This captivating print, from Heritage Images, depicts the comet as calculated by the brilliant minds of Sir Isaac Newton and Simon Bornmeister. Witness the majesty of this celestial event as the comet traveled at an astonishing 88,000 mph, passing perilously close to the Sun, at one point only 1/6 of its diameter away. Bring this piece of astronomical history into your home or office and let it inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity about the universe.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.6cm (20" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This print captures the awe-inspiring Comet of December 1680 (Kirch), which appeared in the night sky during the 17th century. The image showcases a bustling German cityscape, with its towering buildings providing a striking backdrop to this celestial phenomenon. Intriguingly, Sir Isaac Newton himself calculated that this comet was hurtling through space at an astonishing speed of 88,000 mph. It ventured so close to our Sun that it came within a mere one-sixth of its diameter from the scorching surface. This scientific revelation adds another layer of fascination to this already mesmerizing spectacle. The print also depicts a gathering of people who have gathered under the starry night sky to witness this extraordinary event firsthand. Their gazes are fixed upwards, their faces illuminated by both curiosity and wonder as they marvel at nature's grand display. Simon Bornmeister's pamphlet serves as a valuable historical record, documenting not only the comet but also showcasing Germany's rich scientific heritage during the seventeenth century. This engraving is part of Oxford Science Archive collection and offers us a glimpse into how natural phenomena were observed and studied centuries ago. As we gaze upon this remarkable print today, we are reminded of humanity's enduring fascination with astronomy and our ceaseless quest for knowledge about our universe.
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