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Poster Print : Nimrod held up in the ice
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Nimrod held up in the ice
British Antarctic Expedition 1907-09. Leader: Ernest Shackleton. View over ice looking towards the bows of the sailing ship Nimrod with foresail and upper top set moving into heavy pack ice. Men stand on the bowsprit, shrouds and yard
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 20265476
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrill of the heroic British Antarctic Expedition 1907-09 with our stunning Media Storehouse poster print of "Nimrod Held Up in the Ice." This captivating image, taken from the University of Cambridge's Scott Polar Research Institute, showcases the sailing ship Nimrod valiantly battling against the heavy pack ice. Witness the determination and grit of Ernest Shackleton's crew as they navigate through the treacherous waters of the Antarctic. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and relive the spirit of adventure that defined the Heroic Age of Antarctic 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 39.1cm (23.4" x 15.4")
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.
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This photo print, titled "Nimrod held up in the ice" takes us back to the remarkable British Antarctic Expedition of 1907-09, led by the legendary Ernest Shackleton. The image offers a mesmerizing view over vast expanses of icy terrain, with the majestic sailing ship Nimrod at its center. As we gaze upon this frozen scene, our eyes are drawn towards the bows of the ship, where its foresail and upper top set valiantly navigate through heavy pack ice. The photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to human resilience and exploration. Standing proudly on various parts of the vessel - from the bowsprit to shrouds and yard - brave men can be seen surveying their surroundings with unwavering determination. Their presence adds scale to this awe-inspiring landscape while reminding us of their indomitable spirit in facing such harsh conditions. Preserved by the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge, this print allows us to immerse ourselves in an era defined by intrepid polar expeditions. It transports us back to a time when explorers like Shackleton pushed beyond known boundaries, driven by an insatiable thirst for discovery and scientific knowledge. As we admire this historical artifact, let it serve as a reminder that there is still so much left unexplored on our planet. It ignites within us a sense of curiosity and adventure that beckons us to venture into uncharted territories – whether they be physical landscapes or intellectual pursuits. In essence, this print encapsulates both humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and nature's breathtaking beauty; it invites us all to embark on our own personal journeys towards understanding our world just a little bit better.
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