We've seen plenty of star-studded selfies from the red carpet, but none has ever featured a comet.
This jaw-dropping image was taken by a camera aboard Rosetta
Rosetta was launched 10 years ago, and is the first spacecraft to orbit a comet. On 11 November, ESA hopes it will also accomplish another first – landing on one.
This photo was taken on Sunday by Philae, a lander attached to Rosetta that will soon attempt to drop on to the comet. Mission planners are currently pondering on which part of the comet Philae should land. The final choice of landing zone is due to be announced on 15 September.
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