Fine Art Print : Centaurus A galaxy, HST image
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Centaurus A galaxy, HST image
Centaurus A galaxy. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of the active galaxy Centaurus A, which is thought to house a massive black hole. Centaurus A is a large elliptical galaxy which collided with a smaller spiral galaxy millions of years ago, sparking a huge burst of starbirth activity. Large areas of young blue stars are seen on either side of the dark lane of dust. This dust is thought to be the remnant of the smaller galaxy which Centaurus A swallowed. Centaurus A is also a powerful emitter of radio waves powered by its black hole. It lies 10 million light years from Earth in the constellation Centaurus. Image taken in July 2010 with the Wide Field Camera 3 on the HST
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the cosmos up close with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. Behold the mesmerizing beauty of the Centaurus A galaxy, captured in stunning detail by the Hubble Space Telescope. This captivating HST image, from Science Photo Library, reveals the active galaxy's intricate structures, thought to be the result of a massive black hole at its core. Bring the wonders of the universe into your home or office with this awe-inspiring piece of astral art. Order now and let the cosmos inspire you every day.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 46.2cm (20" x 18.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Centaurus A galaxy, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope (HST). Known for its active nature, this massive elliptical galaxy is believed to harbor a colossal black hole at its core. The image reveals the aftermath of a collision between Centaurus A and a smaller spiral galaxy millions of years ago, igniting an extraordinary burst of starbirth activity. The dark lane of dust that cuts through the center of the galaxy is thought to be remnants from the devoured smaller galaxy. On either side of this dusty lane, vast regions adorned with young blue stars can be observed. These stellar nurseries are evidence of ongoing star formation within Centaurus A. Not only does this galactic marvel exhibit stunning visual features, but it also emits powerful radio waves due to its black hole's influence. Located 10 million light-years away in the constellation Centaurus, Centaurus A continues to fascinate astronomers and astrophysicists alike. Captured in July 2010 using HST's Wide Field Camera 3 (WFC3), this awe-inspiring image provides us with a glimpse into one corner of our vast universe. Science Photo Library presents this remarkable piece as part of their collection dedicated to space exploration and astronomical wonders.
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