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Poster Print : Huge Ice bastion of the Castle Berg. September 17th 1911
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Huge Ice bastion of the Castle Berg. September 17th 1911
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Date:1911
Huge Ice bastion of the Castle Berg. September 17th 1911
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10521369
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Print of 'Huge Ice Bastion of the Castle Berg, September 17th 1911' by renowned Antarctic photographer, Herbert Ponting. This iconic image, taken during the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13, showcases the awe-inspiring ice formations of the Castle Berg. Bring the history and wonder of the polar world into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print from the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge.
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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This print transports us back in time to September 17th, 1911, during the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. Taken by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting (1870-1935), this image captures a mesmerizing sight: the colossal Ice bastion of the Castle Berg. Located at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge, this photograph serves as a testament to the incredible bravery and determination displayed by those who ventured into uncharted territories in pursuit of scientific discovery. The enormity and grandeur of the ice formation is truly awe-inspiring. The Castle Berg stands tall against an icy landscape that stretches as far as the eye can see. Its sheer size dominates the frame, leaving viewers with a sense of both wonder and trepidation. Ponting's expert composition allows us to appreciate every intricate detail; from delicate icicles hanging precariously off its edges to deep crevasses etched into its surface. The play between light and shadow adds depth and texture to this frozen fortress, making it alluring yet foreboding. As we gaze upon this historic snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded of humanity's relentless quest for knowledge and exploration. It serves as a reminder that even amidst harsh conditions and unforgiving landscapes, human curiosity knows no bounds. This print not only documents an important moment in history but also invites us to reflect on our own capacity for resilience in face of adversity. It reminds us that there is beauty even within nature's harshest realms – if only we dare venture forth to witness it firsthand.
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