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The Steep Nature of the Shore Ice Edge
View demonstrating the difficulties of landing during the 1912 expedition to the South Pole. The barrier edge is perpendicular and is was only possible to climb from a boat if a portion of the edge happened to be broken down. Photographs to accompany a narrative sent by Captain Scott, although it was published after he and his four colleagues had died, unbeknownst to the public
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Antarctic Antarctica Barrier Edge Exploration Landing Perpendicular Polar Pole Scott Shore Steep
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our stunning Canvas Print of "The Steep Nature of the Shore Ice Edge" from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to the 1912 South Pole expedition. Witness the steep and perpendicular ice edge, which presents a formidable challenge for the brave explorers attempting to land. The intricately detailed canvas print brings the harsh yet beautiful Antarctic landscape to life in your home, serving as a conversation starter and a reminder of history's most daring expeditions. Order now and let this inspiring piece of art transport you to another world.
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
This evocative photograph captures the steep and treacherous nature of the shore ice edge during the 1912 British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. The image, taken from a boat, demonstrates the immense challenge of landing at the ice edge, which was often perpendicular and only accessible if a portion had broken down. This photograph was part of a narrative sent by Captain Scott to the outside world, unbeknownst to the public that he and his four colleagues, Edgar Evans, Lawrence Oates, Henry Bowers, and Edwin Larsson, had already perished in their quest to reach the South Pole. The expedition, which aimed to be the first to reach the pole by crossing the Antarctic continent from the Ross Sea, faced numerous hardships, including extreme weather conditions, inadequate supplies, and the unforgiving terrain. The steep ice edge in this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the immense challenges the explorers faced during their historic journey. The image, published posthumously, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of polar exploration during this era, and continues to captivate audiences with its historical significance.
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