Fine Art Print : Whale Gun and Snow-shoe, 1875
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Whale Gun and Snow-shoe, 1875
Engraving of a typical harpoon gun, used for shooting whales or walrus in the Arctic region, and a patent snow-shoe or ski, 1875. In this period there were many British expeditions to the Arctic, including the expedition led by George Nares of 1875-1876, hence the public interest in these items
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1875 1876 Arctic Expeditions Harpoon Including Interest Items Nares Patent Region Shoe Shooting Typical Walrus Whale Whales
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an engraving of a Whale Gun and Patent Snow-shoe from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive. This captivating image transports you to the Arctic region of 1875, where hunters prepared for the challenging pursuit of whales and walruses. The intricately detailed engraving showcases the traditional tools used during this era, offering a unique glimpse into the past. Add this stunning print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 19.2cm (23.4" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from 1875 showcases two essential tools used during British expeditions to the Arctic region during the late 19th century. On the left, a typical Whale Gun is depicted, an instrument employed for shooting whales or walruses in their natural habitat. With a sleek, wooden barrel and a metal tip, the harpoon gun was a crucial piece of equipment for Arctic explorers seeking to procure food and resources for their long voyages. Adjacent to the harpoon gun lies a Patent Snow-Shoe or Ski, another indispensable item for navigating the harsh, wintry terrain. With a unique design featuring a series of wooden soles connected by rawhide thongs, these snowshoes allowed explorers to distribute their weight evenly over the snow, ensuring they could traverse the Arctic landscape with greater ease and efficiency. This period, marked by numerous British expeditions to the Arctic, including the one led by George Nares between 1875 and 1876, fueled significant public interest in the tools and techniques employed by these intrepid explorers. The Nares Expedition, which aimed to discover the North Pole, captured the imagination of the public and solidified the importance of these items in the annals of Arctic exploration history. This evocative engraving, with its intricate details and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the mysteries of the Arctic were yet to be fully unraveled, and the spirit of adventure knew no bounds.
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