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Premium Framed Print : Lunar Photograph, South Pole, 1890. Creators: Paul Henry, Prosper Henry
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Lunar Photograph, South Pole, 1890. Creators: Paul Henry, Prosper Henry
Lunar Photograph, South Pole, 1890
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Media ID 20169672
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Crater Craters Henry Lunar Lunar Surface Moon Paul Prosper Texture Albumen Silver Print
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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 print titled "Lunar Photograph, South Pole, 1890" takes us back to a time when the mysteries of the moon were yet to be fully explored. Created by Paul Henry and Prosper Henry, two French astronomers with an insatiable curiosity for the celestial world, this image showcases their groundbreaking work in lunar photography. The photograph captures the rugged texture of the lunar surface, revealing countless craters scattered across its desolate landscape. The intricate details are brought to life through the albumen silver print technique employed by the Henry brothers. Their expertise in astronomy and photography seamlessly merge in this remarkable piece. As we gaze upon this historic image, we are transported to a time when scientific exploration was at its peak. The Metropolitan Museum of Art proudly houses this precious artifact from the 19th century, allowing us to appreciate not only its artistic value but also its significant contribution to our understanding of our solar system. Paul Pierre Henry and Prosper Mathieu Henry's legacy lives on through their pioneering work in both science and art. This print serves as a testament to their dedication and passion for unraveling the secrets of our universe. It reminds us that even today, centuries later, there is still so much left for humanity to discover beyond our own planet's boundaries.
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