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Antique Framed Print : Robert Falcon Scott and his Frys Cocoa and Chocolate supply
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Robert Falcon Scott and his Frys Cocoa and Chocolate supply
Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912), the English naval commander and explorer. A Captain in the Royal Navy, Scott led a number of expeditions to the Antarctic, dying in a 1912 attempt to reach the South Pole. This promotional card for Frys depicts Scott (inset portrait) and his ship (The SS Terra Nova) alongside some of the many cases of Frys Cocoa and Chocolate products specially packed for the expedition. Date: 1910
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Media ID 18074616
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Antarctic Antarctica Case Cases Chocolate Cocoa Explorer Falcon Inset Malted Nova Packed Pole Quest Scott Supplies Supply Terra
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 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 37.1cm x 23.2cm (14.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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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This evocative photograph captures the determination and preparation of the renowned English explorer, Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912), as he embarked on his fateful journey to the Antarctic in 1910. The image, featuring an inset portrait of Scott, showcases his ship, the SS Terra Nova, docked with an impressive array of cases filled with Frys Cocoa and Chocolate supplies. Scott, a Captain in the Royal Navy, was a seasoned explorer, having led several expeditions to the Antarctic. His ultimate goal was to reach the South Pole, a quest that would ultimately claim his life in 1912. The importance of proper nutrition for such a dangerous and grueling expedition was not lost on Scott, and he relied on Frys Cocoa and Chocolate to fuel his team. The photograph, dated 1910, depicts the cases of Frys Cocoa and Chocolate, carefully packed and ready for the long journey ahead. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the vital role that food supplies played in the success and survival of Scott's expedition. The SS Terra Nova, named after the earth's fertile land, was the perfect vessel to transport the essential provisions for this groundbreaking expedition. As Scott and his team set sail, they carried with them the hope of discovery, the promise of scientific advancement, and the unwavering support of those back home. The Frys Cocoa and Chocolate supplies were a testament to the commitment of the British people to ensure the success of this historic endeavor. Today, this photograph stands as a powerful symbol of human perseverance and the indomitable spirit of exploration. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preparation, determination, and the sustenance that keeps us going, even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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