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A Sledging Party Camping for the Night, British Arctic Exped
Engraving showing a sledging party setting up camp for the night, during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. In the summer of 1875 the British Admiralty sent Captain George Nares with two ships, HMS Alert and HMS Discovery, to make an attempt to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound. Although the attempt was unsuccessful, a new furthest North record was set, the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island were charted and much scientific data gathered
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1875 1876 Admiralty Arctic Attempt Camping Charted Coasts Data Ellesmere Gathered Greenland Nares Pole Reach Record Scientific Setting Sledging Sound Unsuccessful Smith
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "A Sledging Party Camping for the Night" print from our Media Storehouse collection. This enchanting image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the brave and adventurous spirit of the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876. Witness the determination of the sledging party as they set up camp under the vast, starry Arctic sky. This beautifully detailed, rights-managed print is perfect for adding a touch of history and adventure to any space. Elevate your home or office decor, and let this captivating piece transport you to the heart of the Arctic exploration.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 38.6cm (23.4" x 15.2")
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 captures a moment in history during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876, as a sledging party sets up camp for the night. Led by Captain George Nares, the expedition aimed to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound using two ships, HMS Alert and HMS Discovery. Although they did not achieve their ultimate goal, they did establish a new furthest North record and charted the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island.
The scene depicted in this print is one of resilience and determination in the face of extreme conditions. The men work together to set up their camp, surrounded by icy landscapes and harsh winds. It serves as a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice made by early explorers in their quest for discovery.
As we gaze upon this historical image, we are transported back to a time when exploration was at its peak and scientific knowledge was expanding rapidly. The meticulous detail captured in this engraving allows us to appreciate the challenges faced by these adventurers as they pushed the boundaries of human capability in pursuit of knowledge.
This print is not just a visual representation but also an important piece of historical documentation that sheds light on an era marked by daring expeditions and groundbreaking discoveries.
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