Nebula and galaxy canvas poster, 17 visuals - NEBULA
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17 visuals Astronomy Bring the deep sky into your home with this series of canvas posters dedicated to nebulae and galaxies. The Butterfly, Helix, Pillars of Creation, Crab Nebula, and Antennae galaxies: seventeen visuals inspired by major images from space telescopes, where gas, dust, and starlight compose true abstract paintings. Each poster is inkjet printed on 300 g/m² canvas, a subtly textured base that adds depth to the blacks and brings out the colors. You then choose your size, from 20 × 30 to 50 × 70 cm: the canvas is delivered on its own, without a frame or stretcher, so you can frame it or have it stretched according to your preference. Most of the visuals are in portrait format, two are in landscape format. Alone, in a diptych, or as part of a gallery wall, this collection transforms an office, bedroom, or living room into a silent observatory.
Available visuals
Nebulae and galaxies: what these images show
A nebula is a cloud of gas, mainly hydrogen, and interstellar dust. Some are star nurseries: gas collapses under gravity until new stars ignite, as seen in the famous Pillars of Creation or the Tarantula Nebula. Others, however, tell the story of a star's end: planetary nebulae (Butterfly, Helix) are born when a sun-like star expels its outer layers, and supernova remnants (such as the Crab Nebula) are the debris of a stellar explosion.
A galaxy is an immense collection of billions of stars held together by gravity. Spirals, whether barred or not, unfurl arms where young blue stars concentrate; interacting galaxies, like the Antennae or the "rose" of galaxies, deform each other over hundreds of millions of years. The colors in these images are often obtained by combining several filters, each revealing a different chemical element: they are as scientific as they are profoundly pictorial.
Why you'll love it
A window open to the deep sky
For centuries, the night sky offered the naked eye only points of light and a few milky patches. It took large instruments, then space-based telescopes, to discover that these patches were colored clouds, swirling galaxies, and explosions frozen in time.
These images have changed how we look at the universe and have become, almost in spite of themselves, works of art. The swirls of the Tarantula Nebula evoke a watercolor, the Pillars of Creation a cathedral of dust, and the Butterfly Nebula an insect of light.
Hanging them in your home keeps a staggering scale before your eyes: the light that produced these images traveled thousands, sometimes millions of years before being captured. A daily invitation to look up, in the spirit of our Astronomy & Cartography universe.
Compose your cosmic wall
Size comparison
| Size | Presence on the wall | Ideal location |
|---|---|---|
| 20 × 30 cm | Discreet | Shelf, desk, gallery wall |
| 30 × 40 cm | Versatile | Bedroom or office wall section |
| 40 × 60 cm | Assertive | Above a dresser or headboard |
| 50 × 70 cm | Focal point | Above a sofa, in an entryway |
| Difference from the Labo Solar System posters | Here, the deep sky (nebulae, galaxies) is mostly in portrait; the Solar System posters feature planets in landscape format | |
Good to know: each poster is an impression on canvas delivered without a frame or stretcher: plan to buy a frame of the chosen size, or entrust it to a framer to have it stretched. The visual names proposed here are descriptive titles: some images are artistic compositions inspired by real celestial objects.
Tip: for a harmonious wall, combine three visuals with a similar dominant color (reds and oranges, or blues and purples) in the same size, spaced 5 to 8 cm apart. A thin black frame extends the black of space and highlights the colors.
Technical specifications
| Type | Poster printed on canvas |
| Material | 300 g/m² canvas |
| Printing | Inkjet |
| Theme | Deep sky: nebulae, galaxies, space telescope |
| Number of visuals | 17 |
| Orientation | Mostly portrait; "Cosmic Eye" and "Spiral Galaxy" are landscape |
| Sizes | 20 × 30 cm · 30 × 40 cm · 40 × 60 cm · 50 × 70 cm |
| Delivery | Canvas only, no frame or stretcher |
| Usage | Interior wall decoration |
Precautions: indoor use only. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which can fade the inks, as well as very humid rooms. Do not clean the printed surface with water or any product: a feather duster or a soft, dry cloth is sufficient. Do not fold the canvas: keep it rolled or flat until it is framed.
A gift idea for star-dreamers
For the birthday of an astronomy enthusiast, a teenager's new bedroom, a housewarming, a graduation gift in physics, or an office to decorate, these canvases offer a gift that is both decorative and meaningful. Give one, or a series of three visuals for a triptych effect.
To complete the gift, explore the Decoration collection and the Labo Astronomy universe: globes, levitating objects, and celestial curiosities to place near the poster.
Frequently asked questions
Does the poster come with a frame?
No. Each poster is a canvas print delivered on its own, without a frame or stretcher, in the chosen size: 20 × 30, 30 × 40, 40 × 60, or 50 × 70 cm. This choice leaves you free to style it according to your interior: a standard frame of the same size, a thin black frame that extends the spatial background, or a canvas stretched on a frame by a framer for a gallery look. The dimensions indicated correspond to the printed canvas: check them before buying your frame, and consider the orientation of the visual, portrait or landscape.
Are these images real astronomical photographs?
The visuals are inspired by major images of the deep sky captured by space telescopes and observatories: nebulae, galaxies, supernova remnants. Some represent famous and easily recognizable objects, like the Pillars of Creation or the Crab Nebula; others are more artistic compositions. The names we give them are descriptive titles intended to help you choose. This is first and foremost wall decor: it is not intended to serve as a scientific document, but it remains a beautiful gateway to astronomy.
Are all the visuals in portrait format?
The vast majority of the seventeen visuals are in portrait format, meaning they are taller than they are wide. Two exceptions: "Cosmic Eye" and "Spiral Galaxy" are presented in landscape format. The dimensions indicated (e.g., 30 × 40 cm) remain the same; it is simply the orientation of the image that changes. For a gallery wall, you can play with this contrast: a landscape visual in the center framed by two portraits, or a line of three portraits above a desk. Remember to check the orientation of your chosen visual before deciding where to place your nail or frame.
How do I frame a canvas delivered without a stretcher bar?
There are several solutions available to you. The simplest is to slip the canvas into a standard frame of the same size, with or without glass; a thin black frame naturally extends the space-themed background. You can also entrust the canvas to a framer who will stretch it over a wooden frame for a gallery-style finish, regardless of the size. Before starting, let the canvas rest flat for a few hours under a light weight placed on a clean sheet so that it loses the curve caused by being rolled. Never iron the printed side.
Which size should I choose based on the room?
The 20 × 30 cm is suitable for a shelf, a desk, or a composition of several frames. The 30 × 40 cm is a versatile size for a bedroom or office wall section. The 40 × 60 cm begins to assert a presence, for example above a dresser or a headboard. The 50 × 70 cm becomes a true focal point, above a sofa or in an entryway. A simple rule: above a piece of furniture, the artwork or set of artworks should cover about two-thirds of its width. For a gallery wall, choose the same size for all canvases.
How do I maintain a canvas print?
Maintenance is very simple. Regularly dust the surface with a feather duster or a soft, dry cloth, without pressing. Do not use water, household products, or wipes, as these could mark or dissolve the inks. To preserve the vibrancy of the colors over time, avoid installing the canvas in direct sunlight or facing a highly exposed bay window, as well as in a humid room like a bathroom. If you frame it under glass, it will be even better protected from dust and contact. A well-placed canvas will retain its deep shades for a long time.
How is this different from Le Labo's Solar System posters?
Both series share the same space theme but not the same perspective. These posters explore the deep sky: nebulae, galaxies, supernova remnants, mostly in portrait format, with a 300 g/m² canvas delivered without a frame. The Solar System posters feature planets, orbits, and the Sun in panoramic, landscape-format compositions with a more graphic and illustrative tone. For a scientific office, the two complement each other very well: a galaxy in portrait next to a solar system in landscape tells the story of the universe on two scales.
