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Franklins expedition seeking Northwest Passage
Seals and sea-birds watch as Sir John Franklins Erebus and Terror sail cautiously between Arctic icebergs
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1840s 1845 Arctic Cold Effect Exploration Franklin Icicles Lighting Loss Lost Moon Moon Light North West Passage Penguins Polar Pole Seek Seeking Shimmering Terror Walrus Shimmer
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the thrilling adventure of Sir John Franklin's expedition with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Franklin's Expedition Seeking Northwest Passage" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This breathtaking artwork transports you to the icy waters of the Arctic, where seals and sea-birds watch curiously as Franklin's ships, the Erebus and Terror, navigate cautiously between towering icebergs in their quest to discover the elusive Northwest Passage. Bring this historic moment into your home or office and ignite the spirit of exploration with every glance.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
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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In the icy expanse of the Arctic Ocean, Sir John Franklin's expedition aboard the Erebus and Terror warily navigates between towering icebergs, their sails taut against the biting wind. The moon casts a shimmering light over the scene, illuminating the frosty landscape and the curious onlookers that gather on the floes. Seals and sea-birds watch with keen interest as the ships inch forward, their eyes reflecting the ethereal glow of the moonlight. The year was 1845, and Franklin and his crew were on a mission to discover the Northwest Passage, a long-sought-after sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The air is thick with the crispness of winter, and the ships' masts are adorned with icicles. Walruses rest on the ice floes, their massive forms a stark contrast to the delicate beauty of the surrounding ice formations. The crew members, bundled up against the cold, peer intently into the distance, their faces etched with determination and a hint of trepidation. The ships' lanterns cast a warm, inviting light against the icy darkness, a beacon of hope in the frigid wilderness. The Northwest Passage had eluded explorers for centuries, and Franklin's expedition would ultimately end in tragedy. The ships became trapped in the ice, and the crew was forced to abandon them and attempt to find their way to safety on foot. The fate of Franklin and his men remains one of the greatest mysteries of Arctic exploration, a testament to the harsh realities of navigating the unforgiving Arctic landscape. This historical moment, captured in this stunning photograph from the 1840s, serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of those who dared to seek out the unknown, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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