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The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barro
Engraving showing the Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by pack ice in Barrows Straits, September 1849. These two ships were used by Sir James Clark Rosss Expedition of 1848-1849 to search the Arctic for signs of Sir John Franklins ill-fated Arctic expedition of 1845. In 1845 the British Admiralty sent two polar exploration ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, to look for the Northwest passage round the northern coast of Canada. The expedition, commanded by Sir John Franklin, disappeared from view late in 1845 and none of the men were ever seen again. In fact the ships made it to the King William Island region, then got stuck in the ice. With supplies running out the surviving crew abandoned ship and headed south. However, none made it to safety and it is assumed all died from disease, exposure or starvation. From 1848 onwards a number of relief expeditions were sent to find Franklin, but it was only in 1859 that Francis Leopold McClintock was able to confirm Franklins fate
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22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the enchanting image "The Enterprise and Investigator surrounded by ice, Barrow" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This mesmerizing 19th-century engraving transports us back in time to Barrow Straits, where Sir James Clark Ross's expedition ships, the Enterprise and the Investigator, bravely sailed through the treacherous pack ice in September 1849. This exquisite print is not only an intriguing piece of maritime history, but also a beautiful addition to any home or office space. With our high-quality framing options, your new acquisition will be expertly preserved and presented for all to admire. Elevate your interior design with this timeless and captivating work of art.
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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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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In the frigid expanse of Barrow Straits, September 1849: The Enterprise and Investigator Brave the Icy Grip of the Arctic This engraving captures a poignant moment in the annals of Arctic exploration as Sir James Clark Ross's expedition sails through the icy waters of Barrow Straits aboard the Enterprise and the Investigator. The ships, part of a larger search effort for the lost British polar expedition led by Sir John Franklin in 1845, are surrounded by a vast expanse of pack ice. The tragic tale of Franklin's expedition began in 1845 when two ships, HMS Erebus and HMS Terror, were dispatched by the British Admiralty to search for the elusive Northwest Passage. Led by Sir John Franklin, the expedition aimed to navigate the northern coast of Canada and chart new territories. However, the ships became trapped in the ice near King William Island, leaving the crew to abandon them with dwindling supplies. Despite their efforts to survive, none of the men were ever seen or heard from again. In the face of this mystery, numerous relief expeditions were sent out from 1848 onwards to locate the missing explorers. It wasn't until 1859 that the fate of Franklin and his crew was finally confirmed by Francis Leopold McClintock. His discovery brought a somber end to the search, revealing that the crew had perished from disease, exposure, or starvation. This evocative image of the Enterprise and Investigator braving the icy waters serves as a testament to the perseverance and determination of those who dared to explore the unknown, even in the harshest of conditions. The haunting beauty of the Arctic landscape, with its ever-shifting ice floes, underscores the fragility of human endeavor against the vast, unyielding power of nature.
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