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Horsehead nebula
Horsehead nebula, optical image. The horsehead shape is caused by dark nebula Barnard 33 (B 33). This cloud of dust and gas obscures the light from the emission nebula IC 434 that lies behind, seen here as the red region at top. The gas of this nebula glows as it is ionised by the radiation from hot stars. The bright reflection nebula NGC 2023 can also be seen to the lower left of the horsehead; reflection nebulae reflect the light of nearby stars. The Horsehead nebula lies around 1500 light years from Earth in the constellation Orion
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Astrophysical Astrophysics Cloud Clouds Dark Nebula Dust Emission Nebula Evolution Glow Glowing Hii Region Horsehead Nebula Ic 434 Ionised Gas Nebula Nebulae Nebulosity Orion Reflection Nebula Silhouette Silhouetted Star Birth Stellar Formation Telescope Barnard 33
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the universe with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints featuring the iconic Horsehead Nebula. This stunning optical image, captured by Science Photo Library, showcases the intriguing horsehead shape caused by the dark nebula Barnard 33 (B 33), which obscures the light from the emission nebula IC 434 behind. Our high-quality metal prints bring out the vibrant colors and details of this cosmic wonder, making it a mesmerizing addition to any room in your home or office. Experience the wonder of the universe up close and personal with Media Storehouse's Metal Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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.
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This print showcases the mesmerizing Horsehead Nebula, a celestial wonder nestled within the constellation Orion. The intricate horse-shaped silhouette is formed by the enigmatic dark nebula Barnard 33 (B 33), which obscures the radiant light emitted by the IC 434 emission nebula in its background. In this image, we witness the ethereal red glow of IC 434 peeking through B 33's shroud. The gas within IC 434 glows with an otherworldly luminosity as it becomes ionized by the intense radiation emanating from nearby hot stars. Adding to this cosmic spectacle, we can also spot the brilliant reflection nebula NGC 2023 situated towards the lower left of the Horsehead Nebula. Reflection nebulae like NGC 2023 mirror and scatter light from neighboring stars, enhancing their enchanting presence. Located approximately 1500 light years away from Earth, this astronomical masterpiece serves as a testament to stellar birth and evolution in our vast universe. Its dust-filled expanse and nebulosity provide astronomers and astrophysicists with invaluable insights into star formation processes. This awe-inspiring print captures not only a breathtaking moment frozen in time but also represents humanity's unyielding curiosity about our place in space. Courtesy of Science Photo Library, it invites us to marvel at nature's grandeur while igniting our imagination about what lies beyond our earthly boundaries.
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