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Antique Framed Print : Beach on the Island of Tonga
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Beach on the Island of Tonga
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes. The expedition is believed to have been the first to carry an official photographer
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Archive Black And White Challenger Coastline Friendly Islands Hms Challenger Polynesia Tonga Voyage
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.6cm (9.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: A Day at the Beach on the Friendly Island of Tonga, 1873. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures a serene moment on the idyllic beach of an unnamed location in the Kingdom of Tonga, one of the South Pacific's "Friendly Islands." Taken during the historic voyage of HMS Challenger (1872-1876), this image is believed to be the first official photographic record of the island group, funded by the British Government for scientific purposes. The HMS Challenger expedition, led by Sir Charles Wyville Thomson and Captain George Nares, was a groundbreaking scientific endeavor that aimed to explore the world's oceans, chart depths, and study marine life. With an onboard photography team, they documented their journey, providing invaluable visual records of the diverse landscapes and cultures they encountered. In this photograph, the pristine, golden sandy beach is dotted with palm trees, their fronds swaying gently in the tropical breeze. The crystal-clear waters lap against the shore, revealing a vibrant underwater world teeming with life. The coastline stretches out in both directions, offering a sense of the vastness and beauty of the island. The daytime scene is filled with a warm, inviting atmosphere, as the sun casts dappled light on the sand, creating intricate patterns and textures. The friendly locals, known for their hospitality, can be seen in the background, engaging with the expedition team, further emphasizing the spirit of exploration and cultural exchange that characterized the HMS Challenger voyage. This image, taken over a century ago, continues to transport us to a time when the world was still being discovered, and the wonders of the ocean and its islands were waiting to be explored.
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