Teammates in Mankind’s Greatest Adventure — National Geographic (1973)
862 × 569 mm • Paper / Laminated / Laminated + Hang Rails / Canvas / Canvas + Hang Rails • Made in Australia
Celebrate the audacity of Apollo with Pierre Mion’s iconic 1973 illustration—every astronaut rendered with period-accurate suits and equipment, gathered on a luminous lunar stage. It’s a museum-worthy tribute to teamwork, engineering, and human grit—perfect for studios, classrooms, boardrooms, and space-loving homes.
🌕 What Makes This Piece Special
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Authentic 1973 classic: A faithful period artwork from National Geographic’s golden era of space coverage.
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Heroic group portrait: The Apollo astronauts portrayed together—a visual manifesto for collaboration.
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Wall-readable clarity: Calm tones, crisp linework, and balanced contrast that frame beautifully.
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Instant conversation starter: Inspires stories about the Apollo program, design, and exploration.
🚀 About the Artwork
Pierre Mion was renowned for precision illustration that felt alive. Here, he captures the Apollo astronauts with meticulous attention—helmets, PLSS packs, gloves, and tools are rendered with technical fidelity while the lunar surface and inky sky give the scene cinematic depth. The effect is both documentary and dreamlike: a timeless snapshot of the people who turned science fiction into history.
🖼️ Where It Looks Great
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Creative spaces: Design studios, makerspaces, innovation hubs
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STEM classrooms & libraries: A daily nudge toward curiosity and problem-solving
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Executive & meeting rooms: A shared symbol of ambition and teamwork
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Home galleries: Pair with complementary NASA era prints for a striking wall set
Pairing ideas: Earth From Space (1973) • New Views of Our Sun (2004) • Cosmic Journeys (2019)
🎨 Finishes & Display Options
📄 Paper (FSC® 160 gsm Matte-Coated)
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Smooth, low-glare stock — ideal for framing under glass
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Printed with archival Hewlett-Packard pigment inks for excellent fade resistance
💧 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
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Printed on 120 gsm and sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate (edge-sealed)
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Wipe-clean • Tear-resistant • Moisture-safe
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Marker-friendly (use non-permanent whiteboard markers)
🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to Hang)
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Natural, lacquered timber rails (top & bottom) + top hanging cord
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Professional, frame-free presentation — hang from a single hook
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⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting
🖼️ Canvas (HP 395 gsm Professional Matte)
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Gallery-grade canvas + archival HP pigment inks for rich detail and longevity
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Tactile, low-glare finish—ideal for executive spaces and home galleries
🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails
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Same premium canvas, finished with natural timber rails + hanging cord
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Ready-to-hang, gallery-style statement piece
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⏱️ Please allow up to 10 working days for rail fitting
Dry-erase markers are recommended only on laminated versions.
📐 Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
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| Title | Teammates in Mankind’s Greatest Adventure — National Geographic |
| Artist / Year | Pierre Mion, 1973 |
| Size | 862 mm (W) × 569 mm (H) |
| Orientation | Landscape |
| Formats | Paper • Laminated • Laminated + Hang Rails • Canvas • Canvas + Hang Rails |
| Paper | FSC® 160 gsm matte-coated |
| Canvas | HP 395 gsm Professional Matte |
| Inks | Archival HP pigment (fade-resistant) |
| Origin | Made in Australia |
📦 What You’ll Receive
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Paper / Laminated: Flat-rolled, poly-sleeved, and boxed for safe transit
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Hang-Railed: Professionally fitted rails with top cord; securely packed, ready to hang
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Canvas: Stretched-look canvas panel with optional timber rails; gallery-grade presentation
🧽 Care & Longevity
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Laminated / Hang-railed: Use non-permanent whiteboard markers; wipe with a dry microfiber cloth (lightly damp if needed).
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Paper: Frame under glass for long-term protection.
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Canvas: Dust gently; avoid liquids and prolonged direct sunlight.
🤝 Our Commitment
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Local craftsmanship: Printed, and finished in Australia for consistent quality and responsive support.
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Clarity first: Colour, contrast, and label hierarchies tuned for wall readability.
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Archival quality: FSC® papers, heavy-duty canvas, and HP pigment inks for long-lasting colour stability.
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Careful packing: Every piece is hand-checked and securely boxed to arrive clean and display-ready.
🎁 Gifting Made Easy
A meaningful gift for engineers, pilots, astronauts-at-heart, educators, and space-history fans. Add hang rails for a ready-to-hang presentation that lands with impact.
Bring the Apollo spirit to your wall. Choose Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Hang Rails, Canvas, or Canvas + Hang Rails and enjoy a museum-worthy classic—crafted to last.
