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Antique Framed Print : Aeroplane on ice - fitted with skis - Base
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Aeroplane on ice - fitted with skis - Base
Photographer: Cozens, Henry Iliffe (1904-1995). Expedition: British Arctic Air Route Expedition 1930-31. Leader: Henry George (Gino) Watkins. Date: 1930. A De Havilland Moth biplane on skis sits on ice. Snow-covered mountains in background
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 11617765
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
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 18.7cm (9.6" x 7.4")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Aeroplane on ice - fitted with skis - Base" takes us back to the remarkable British Arctic Air Route Expedition of 1930-31. Captured by the talented photographer Henry Iliffe Cozens, this image transports us to a time when exploration and adventure were at their peak. In this frozen landscape, we witness a De Havilland Moth biplane gracefully perched on skis atop the icy terrain. The ingenuity of fitting skis onto an aircraft is evident, as it allows for smooth navigation across the unforgiving Arctic ice. Against a backdrop of majestic snow-covered mountains, this scene exudes both beauty and audacity. Led by the intrepid Henry George Watkins, known affectionately as Gino Watkins, this expedition aimed to establish an air route through the treacherous Arctic region. This photograph encapsulates their pioneering spirit and unwavering determination in conquering nature's harshest elements. As we gaze upon this historical relic from the University of Cambridge SPRI collection, our imagination soars alongside that daring crew who braved these icy frontiers nearly a century ago. It serves as a testament to human resilience and our unyielding desire to explore uncharted territories. Beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a deeper narrative – one that speaks volumes about mankind's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery. This photograph reminds us that even in times of great uncertainty and adversity, there are those among us who dare to dream big and push boundaries further than ever before. The "Aeroplane on ice - fitted with skis - Base" print invites us into an extraordinary chapter in history – one filled with courage, innovation, and endless possibilities waiting just beyond those snow-capped peaks.
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