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Sledge Hauling, British Arctic Expedition, 1875-1876
Engraving showing a sledging party hauling their load up a steep incline to reach a depot at Cape Rawson, 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 Cape Charted Coasts Data Depot Ellesmere Gathered Greenland Hauling Incline Load Nares Pole Rawson Reach Record Scientific Sledge Sledging Sound Steep Unsuccessful Smith
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.5cm (9.6" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 pivotal moment during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-1876, as a sledging party valiantly hauls their load up a steep incline towards a depot at Cape Rawson. Led by Captain George Nares, this expedition aimed to reach the North Pole via Smith Sound, with HMS Alert and HMS Discovery serving as vessels for the journey.
Despite falling short of their ultimate goal, the expedition achieved significant milestones including setting a new furthest North record and charting the coasts of Greenland and Ellesmere Island. The scientific data gathered during this voyage proved invaluable in furthering our understanding of this remote and unforgiving region.
The determination and resilience displayed by these brave explorers is evident in this historical engraving, showcasing both the challenges they faced and the importance of their mission. As they navigate treacherous terrain under harsh conditions, each member of the sledging party plays a crucial role in advancing knowledge and pushing boundaries.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and dedication exhibited by those who ventured into uncharted territories in pursuit of discovery. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and exploration, inspiring future generations to continue pushing beyond limits in search of new horizons.
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