Photographic Print : Birdie Reads Thermometer
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Birdie Reads Thermometer
Birdie Bowers reads the thermometer on the ramp
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Media ID 579612
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Birdie Bowers Exploration Moon Polar Ramp Reads Scott Thermometer
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Birdie Reads Thermometer" photograph from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning addition to your home decor through Media Storehouse's range of Photographic Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the heroic era of Antarctic exploration. Witness the determination and focus in the eyes of Birdie Bowers as he carefully reads the thermometer on the icy ramp. This photograph is not just a beautiful work of art, but a glimpse into history, making it a conversation starter and a source of inspiration in any setting. Order your "Birdie Reads Thermometer" Photographic Print from Media Storehouse today and bring this iconic moment into your home.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.9cm x 35.5cm (9" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determination and grit of Birdie Bowers, a key member of Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Expedition to the South Pole in 1911. In the image, Bowers, dressed in heavy furs and goggles, intently reads the thermometer on the ramp leading to the Discovery Hut. The haunting backdrop of the moon and the desolate Antarctic landscape adds to the sense of isolation and the immense challenge faced by the explorers. Bowers, an English engineer and carpenter, was an essential member of Scott's team, responsible for maintaining the hut and sledges. His role was crucial to the success of the expedition, as the team relied on the hut for shelter and the sledges for transportation. The thermometer reading is an important moment in the expedition's history, as it provides a snapshot of the harsh conditions the team endured. The temperature, reportedly around -30 degrees Celsius, underscores the extreme environment the explorers faced as they pushed towards their goal of reaching the South Pole. Despite the challenges, Bowers and his team persevered, making history as they reached the pole on January 17, 1911, only to tragically discover that Roald Amundsen and his team had beaten them by 35 days. Bowers and four other members of Scott's team ultimately lost their lives on the return journey. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a poignant reminder of the bravery and resilience of the polar explorers and the incredible feats they accomplished in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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