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Poster Print : Apsley Cherry-Garrard on his return from the Barrier. January 29th 1912
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Apsley Cherry-Garrard on his return from the Barrier. January 29th 1912
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Date:1912
Apsley Cherry-Garrard on his return from the Barrier. January 29th 1912
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10521684
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse poster print of "Apsley Cherry-Garrard on his return from the Barrier. January 29th 1912" by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting. Captured during the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge, this historic photograph brings to life the heroic spirit of explorer Apsley Cherry-Garrard as he returns from his harrowing journey across the treacherous Antarctic ice. Add an air of adventure and history to any room with this stunning, high-quality poster print, a must-have for collectors and Antarctic enthusiasts alike.
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 Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photo print, we witness the triumphant return of Apsley Cherry-Garrard from his arduous journey to the Barrier. Taken on January 29th, 1912, by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting, this historic image is housed in the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge. Cherry-Garrard's expedition was part of the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. As a member of Scott's team, Cherry-Garrard embarked on a perilous mission to retrieve emperor penguin eggs for scientific study. The photograph captures him at a pivotal moment upon his safe return. The black and white composition exudes an aura of both exhaustion and triumph. Cherry-Garrard stands tall against a backdrop dominated by ice and snow, testament to the harsh conditions he endured during his time away. His weather-beaten face reveals determination etched with fatigue as he gazes directly into the camera lens. Ponting's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth to this remarkable visual narrative. The contrast between Cherry-Garrard's dark silhouette and the icy landscape behind him creates a sense of isolation amidst nature's unforgiving beauty. This photograph serves as an enduring symbol not only of individual resilience but also highlights humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration and knowledge. It reminds us that even in our most challenging moments, we are capable of pushing beyond our limits in pursuit of discovery. As it hangs within the hallowed halls of academia at the Scott Polar Research Institute, this print continues to inspire generations with its timeless depiction of human endeavor in one Earth’s most inhospitable regions – Antarctica.
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