LUXE EDITION
Nasa Toroid Art
Nasa Toroid Art
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Shipping & Return Policy
Shipping & Return Policy
Print delivery: 1-2 weeks
Framed prints and decor: 2-3 weeks
Returns within 2 week.
Framed prints are custom assembled and cannot be returned.
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Luxe vs. Classic Prints
Luxe vs. Classic Prints
Luxe Prints – Premium prints on a variety of high-end fine art paper options and frames for a sophisticated presentation. Some fit standard frames, while others maintain non-standard historical proportions.
Classic Prints – Affordable, high-quality prints with a smoother finish for sharp detail designed to fit off-the-shelf frames. Classic prints have the word 'classic' above the title and a letter which shows the sizes that the print comes in. Size A– 4x6", 12x18", 16x24", 20x30" B– 6x8", 9x12", 12x16", 18x24", 24x30" C– 8x10", 16x20"
Why We Picked It
This artwork captures the bold imagination and optimism of 1970s space exploration. It blends science and creativity, showcasing a lush, utopian vision of life beyond Earth. The intricate details—rolling green hills, modern homes, and sunlit landscapes—perfectly embody the era's futuristic aspirations while highlighting the human element in a technical concept.
Notable Context
The image was created as part of NASA's 1975 Summer Study, which explored the feasibility of space settlements. Commissioned by NASA, artists Rick Guidice and Don Davis visualized physicist Gerard O’Neill’s designs for orbital colonies like the Bernal Sphere and Cylindrical Colony. These structures used centrifugal force for artificial gravity and featured expansive solar arrays for energy. While scientifically grounded, the idyllic scenes, with their lakes, forests, and harmonious living spaces, infused the designs with an aspirational, almost fantastical quality that captured the imagination of the public and researchers alike.
About the Artist
Rick Guidice is a renowned illustrator whose work has been instrumental in visualizing some of NASA’s most ambitious concepts. Active primarily during the 1970s and 1980s, Guidice created stunning depictions of space colonization, futuristic habitats, and otherworldly landscapes that brought technical studies to life. His collaboration with NASA for the 1975 Summer Study produced iconic images of Gerard O’Neill’s orbital colonies, blending scientific precision with an artistic flair that captured public imagination.
Understanding Our Print Sizes
Understanding Our Print Sizes
Historical prints vary in proportion based on their original format. Whenever possible, we match them to the closest standard size, using common print ratios like 2:3 (e.g., 8x12) or 3:4 (e.g., 9x12). However, resizing some prints can distort the artwork's integrity, so we can only offer them in their original proportions. Additionally, we use different printers for our product lines, and not all sizes are available with every printer.
