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Drawing of the Great Comet of 1881
Drawing of the Great Comet of 1881. Also known as C/1881 K1, 1881 III, and 1881b, this comet was discovered on 22 May 1881 by the Australian astronomer John Tebbutt (1834-1916). This drawing is of a 72-times magnified telescope view of the comet, showing three jets emerging from the core (nucleus) of the comet, creating the tail. The tail of a comet consists of debris and gas emitted by a comets nucleus as it heats up near the Sun. This drawing is based on observations made at 00:20 on 25 June 1881 at the Leipzig Observatory, Leipzig, Germany, by Austro-Hungarian astronomer Ladislaus Weinek (1848-1913)
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1881 25th Caption Comet Cometary Drawing German Germany Jets June Magnified Notes Nucleus Observation Observations Page Solar System Tail Text Writing Hand Writing Hand Written Mono Chrome
18x24 inch Poster Print
Bring the wonders of the universe into your home with Media Storehouse's Poster Prints featuring the Drawing of the Great Comet of 1881. This captivating image, captured by John Tebbutt in May 1881, showcases the intrigue and beauty of this celestial phenomenon. A must-have for astronomy enthusiasts and history buffs, this poster transport you back in time and offers a unique glimpse into the past. Experience the magic of the night sky right in your living room with Media Storehouse's high-quality poster prints.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 a detailed drawing of the Great Comet of 1881, also known as C/1881 K1. Discovered by Australian astronomer John Tebbutt on May 22nd, 1881, this remarkable comet left an indelible mark in astronomical history. The drawing depicts a magnified view through a telescope, revealing three distinct jets emerging from the comet's core or nucleus. These jets give birth to the magnificent tail that stretches across space. Created by Austro-Hungarian astronomer Ladislaus Weinek at Leipzig Observatory in Germany on June 25th, 1881, this illustration captures the essence and beauty of cometary research during the late 19th century. The tail consists of debris and gas emitted by the nucleus as it heats up near our Sun. The monochrome artwork transports us back to a time when hand-drawn observations were meticulously recorded and studied for scientific purposes. Each stroke and detail on this page tells a story about our fascination with celestial bodies and their mysteries. As we delve into this historical piece, we are reminded of Europe's significant contributions to astronomy during that era. This particular drawing serves as both an artistic representation and valuable scientific record within our solar system's vast tapestry. With its rich historical context and intricate details captured in ink, this print is not only visually stunning but also offers insight into humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our universe.
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