Fine Art Print : Leonid meteor shower of 1833, artwork
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Leonid meteor shower of 1833, artwork
Leonids of 1833 are a prolific meteor shower associated with the comet Temple-Tuttle. Leonids is a meteor stream left by the comet. The meteorites are moving fast with 72 km/sec. impact speed with bright fireballs expected to be up to 9mm in diameter and 85 g mass. In 1933 the Leonids were truly of superlative strength, here seen at the Niagara Falls
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Media ID 6315223
© Detlev van Ravenswaay
1833 Asteroid Asteroid Belt Comet Comet Debris Cometary Debris Dense Falling Star Glow Glowing History Of Science Impact Leonid Leonids Light Meteor Meteor Shower Meteorite Meteors North American Peak Shooting Star Spectacular Stars Streak Streaks Tempel Tuttle Water Fall Hundreds Niagara Falls
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the night sky with our Fine Art Print of the Leonid Meteor Shower by Detlev van Ravenswaay from Science Photo Library. Witness the spectacular display of Leonids of 1833, a prolific meteor shower associated with Comet Temple-Tuttle. Each meteorite in this captivating artwork moves swiftly through the night, traveling at an impressive speed of 72 km/sec. Bring the wonder of the universe into your home with this stunning Fine Art Print, a perfect addition to any room and a conversation starter for years to come.
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 35.8cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This artwork, titled "Leonid meteor shower of 1833" takes us back to a historical astronomical event that left the world in awe. Created by Detlev van Ravenswaay, this illustration beautifully captures the peak of the Leonids meteor shower as witnessed at Niagara Falls. The Leonids of 1833 were no ordinary meteor shower; they were a spectacle like no other. Associated with the comet Temple-Tuttle, these meteors streaked across the sky at an astonishing speed of 72 km/sec. , leaving behind a dense glow and bright fireballs. With their impact speed, these celestial bodies vaporized upon entering Earth's atmosphere, creating a mesmerizing display. In this artwork, we see multiple shooting stars illuminating the night sky above Niagara Falls. The falls themselves serve as a majestic backdrop for this cosmic phenomenon. As hundreds of glowing meteors descend from space dust and cometary debris within the asteroid belt, their light reflects off the cascading water below. This piece not only showcases an extraordinary moment in history but also pays tribute to our fascination with space exploration and scientific discovery during the 19th century. It reminds us of our small place in the vast universe and sparks curiosity about what lies beyond our planet's boundaries. Detlev van Ravenswaay's artistry brings together science and imagination, allowing us to appreciate both nature's wonders on Earth and those that exist millions of miles away in outer space.
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