199-ceres-dwarf-planet-asteroid-belt-dixon - early conception of a large asteroid as seen from a possible satellite. A detailed view of the dwarf planet Ceres as seen from the perspective of a nearby orbiting body or a fragmenting asteroid. The illustration highlights the dense cratering of the C-type carbonaceous surface, emphasizing the ancient geological history of the largest object in the asteroid belt. Deep shadows and high-contrast lighting accentuate the rugged topography against a backdrop of distant stars. Acrylic, 1982.
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