Canvas Print : Ascent Mont Blanc - 1
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Ascent Mont Blanc - 1
THE ASCENT OF MONT BLANC On the glacier de Sacconay, Tissay, the chief guide, is hauled to safety after a break in the ice nearly sends him plunging into a crevasse
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Media ID 4336285
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1855 Alps Ascent Blanc Break Chief Climbing Crevasse Glacier Guide Hauled Mont Plunging Safety Sends
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the thrill of the mountains with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Ascent Mont Blanc - 1" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the heart-pounding moment as Tissay, the chief guide, is rescued from the icy depths of a crevasse on the glacier de Sacconay. Each Canvas Print is meticulously crafted with a vibrant, high-definition image transferred onto a thick, premium canvas for a gallery-quality finish. Bring this breathtaking alpine adventure into your home and feel the excitement with every glance."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
A Perilous Ascent: The Heroic Story of Tissay, the Mont Blanc Guide (1855) This historic photograph captures a pivotal moment during the ascent of Mont Blanc, Europe's highest peak, in the year 1855. The scene unfolds on the treacherous glacier de Sacconay, where the chief guide, Tissay, is seen being hauled to safety by his team after a sudden and near-fatal encounter with a hidden crevasse. The Alps, a symbol of natural beauty and adventure, have long attracted mountaineers from around the world. Mont Blanc, the 'White Mountain,' stands tall at 4,810 meters (15,781 feet), presenting a formidable challenge to even the most experienced climbers. Tissay, a seasoned guide, led numerous expeditions up Mont Blanc, braving the unforgiving ice and snow to help others conquer the mountain. In this moment, however, Tissay himself becomes the one in need of rescue. As he traversed the glacier, a break in the ice beneath him threatened to send him plunging into the depths of a crevasse. Quick thinking and teamwork saved the day, as his fellow climbers reacted swiftly to secure a rope and pull their leader to safety. This photograph, a testament to the inherent risks and raw courage of alpine climbing, offers a glimpse into the past of this thrilling and historic sport. The determination and camaraderie displayed by Tissay and his team remind us of the indomitable human spirit that drives us to push our limits and explore the world around us.
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