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Barents Voyage / Polar
Men unload provisions stored in sacks & barrels onto the ice while others sleep. Winter quarters on Ledyanaya Gavan (Ice Haven)
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1596 Barents Barrels Exploration Haven Polar Provisions Quarters Rations Sacks Sleep Sleeping Stored Unload Voyage Gavan
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a moment during the Barents Voyage of 1596, an historic expedition led by Dutch explorers Willem Barents and Jacob van Heemskerk. The photograph, taken at Ledyanaya Gavan, or Ice Haven, depicts the harsh realities of polar exploration in the late 16th century. Men in fur-trimmed coats and hats work diligently to unload provisions from sacks and barrels onto the icy shore. The supplies, essential for the survival of the crew during the long, frigid winter, are carefully transported from the ship to the makeshift winter quarters. The exhausted explorers, bundled up against the cold, take a brief respite from their labors, huddled together for warmth in the background. The scene is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by early polar explorers, who braved the treacherous conditions of the Arctic in search of new lands and resources. The men's determination and resilience in the face of such adversity is a testament to their courage and the spirit of discovery that has driven humans to explore the world's most remote and inhospitable places. Ledyanaya Gavan, located on the coast of Novaya Zemlya, was a crucial stopping point for the Barents expedition, providing a temporary refuge from the harsh Arctic conditions. The winter quarters, built from snow and ice, offered some protection from the elements, but the crew still faced the constant threat of scurvy, frostbite, and other health hazards. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the mysteries of the polar regions were still largely unknown, and the spirit of exploration drove men to push the boundaries of human endurance.
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