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Photographic Print : Halleys Comet over Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910
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Halleys Comet over Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910
Star-gazers watch Halleys Comet near the Flagstaff on Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910. Date: 1910
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amateur Amazement Appearance Astronomers Comet Comets Course Crossing Flagstaff Halley Hampstead Heath Interest Phenomena Plotted Positions Tail Halleys Star Gazing
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this stunning historical photograph from the Media Storehouse range. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of Halley's Comet gracing the night sky over Hampstead Heath, London, in May 1910. Star-gazers gathered near the Flagstaff in anticipation, and this captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, beautifully encapsulates the sense of wonder and excitement that accompanied the comet's appearance. Add this unique and intriguing piece to your collection and let the story of Halley's Comet unfold in your home.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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In the night sky above Hampstead Heath, London, in May 1910, a spectacular celestial event unfolded as Halley's Comet made its much-anticipated appearance. This photograph captures the moment as a large crowd of star-gazers, including amateur astronomers, gathered around the Flagstaff on the heath to witness the comet's passage. The ethereal image, bathed in the soft glow of gas lamps, reveals the comet's distinctive arc, tail, and glowing coma against the dark backdrop of the night sky. Halley's Comet, a periodic comet, had been plotted and its course predicted for months, generating immense interest and excitement among stargazers around the world. As the comet approached its perihelion, or closest point to the sun, its brightness increased, making it more visible to the naked eye. The comet's appearance was a testament to the enduring fascination humans have with the mysteries of the universe and the natural phenomena that continue to captivate our imaginations. The star-gazers in this photograph, with their telescopes and binoculars, are a testament to the enduring allure of astronomy and the human desire to explore the cosmos. The comet's crossing of the night sky served as a reminder of the vastness and wonder of the universe, leaving those who witnessed it with a sense of amazement and awe.
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