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Poster Print : Paraselena. McMurdo Sound, 10. 30am, 20 June 1911
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Paraselena. McMurdo Sound, 10. 30am, 20 June 1911
Medium: watercolour. Artist: E.A.Wilson (1872-1912). Expedition: British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 (Terra Nova). Paraselene, a moonlike optical illusion caused by moonlight passing through ice crystals in the upper atmosphere
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the thrill of history with our exquisite Paraselena print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning watercolor artwork, created by renowned artist E.A. Wilson during the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 (Terra Nova), captures the breathtaking scene of Paraselena in McMurdo Sound on 20 June 1911 at 10:30am. Transport yourself back in time as you admire the intricate details and vibrant colors of this masterpiece from the University of Cambridge SPRI's Scott Polar Research Institute. A must-have for any history or art enthusiast's collection.
A4 Poster (29.7 x 21cm, 8.3 x 11.7 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 29.7cm x 21cm (11.7" x 8.3")
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 watercolour print titled "Paraselena. McMurdo Sound, 10.30am, 20 June 1911" takes us back to the remarkable British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13 led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott aboard the Terra Nova. Painted by the talented artist E. A. Wilson (1872-1912), this medium captures a mesmerizing moment in time. The painting showcases an extraordinary natural phenomenon known as paraselene, which resembles a moonlike optical illusion caused by moonlight passing through ice crystals in the upper atmosphere. The ethereal glow illuminates McMurdo Sound, casting an otherworldly light upon its surroundings. In this enchanting scene, we witness a group of seals basking on an icy shoreline against a backdrop of towering glaciers and snow-covered mountains. Their sleek bodies contrast beautifully with the pristine white landscape, creating a sense of harmony between nature's elements. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this artwork also serves as a valuable meteorological record from that specific day and time - 10:30 am on June 20th, 1911. It offers researchers at the University of Cambridge's Scott Polar Research Institute invaluable insights into atmospheric conditions during that historic expedition. As we delve deeper into this masterpiece created over a century ago, it becomes evident how art can intertwine with scientific exploration to document our world's wonders. Through Wilson's skilled brushstrokes and keen eye for detail, he transports us to one of Earth's most remote locations while simultaneously shedding light on atmospheric phenomena rarely witnessed elsewhere. This watercolour print not only captivates our imagination but also reminds us of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge and understanding in even the harshest environments imaginable
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