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This Hubble Space Telescope image is produced by NASA and the Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI). The image is created, authored, and/or prepared for NASA under Contract NAS5-26555 and the Space Telescope Science Institute' (STScI).
It is very much appreciated being able to use this spectacular image.
This is available in all three sizes: 18", 32" and 48" widths. It comes in Acrylic, Aluminium and Framed Backlit all limited editions. (Framed Backlit is not available in the smallest size of 18" width)
What is the image??
This beautiful Hubble image captures hundreds of thousands of individual stars, thousands of star clusters and hundreds of supernova remnants in the spiral galaxy M83. Also known as the Southern Pinwheel, this galaxy is located 15 million light-years away from Earth in the constellation Hydra. It was discovered in 1752 by the French astronomer Nicolas Louis de Lacaille. With an apparent magnitude of 7.5, M83 is one of the brightest spiral galaxies in the night sky.
Hubble’s image reveals interstellar “bubbles” produced by nearly 300 supernovas. By studying these supernova remnants, astronomers can better understand the nature of the stars that exploded and dispersed their nuclear processed chemical elements back into the galaxy, contributing to the next generation of new stars.
The newest generations of stars in M83 are forming largely in clusters on the edges of the dark, spiraling dust lanes. These brilliant, young stellar groupings are only a few million years old and produce huge amounts of ultraviolet light. That light is absorbed by the surrounding diffuse gas clouds, causing them to glow in pinkish hydrogen light.
HST Image - The Southern Pinwheel
This beautiful image captured from deep space is available as limited edition, unique wall art. Standard sizes range from 18″ to 48″ width. Choose from either Acrylic, giving a modern glass-like look or the stunning Framed and Backlit option. Or now the more affordable Fine Art Print range. I deliver worldwide. All images and types make a stunning centre piece in any room. To see examples of these images in situ, please go to INSPIRATION