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The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of having attained
XJF324363 The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of having attained the highest latitude of any ship on record, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12851343
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Arctic Circle Celebrating H Ms Hms Alert Iceberg Icebergs Polar Exploration Sails
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of polar exploration with our stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of reaching the highest latitude on record. This historic moment, captured in The Illustrated London News in 1876, showcases the determination and courage of the brave explorers who dared to venture into the unknown. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of adventure to your decor. Order your Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse today.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.7cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
In this engraving from 1876, titled "The North Pole Expedition: The Alert hoisting colours in honour of having attained the highest latitude of any ship on record" we are transported back to a momentous event in polar exploration history. The image showcases HMS Alert, a renowned ship that ventured into the treacherous Arctic Circle with an unwavering determination to conquer the unknown. As the print depicts, the crew of HMS Alert proudly raises their colors high above the icy landscape, celebrating their extraordinary achievement. Having reached a latitude never before recorded by any other vessel, this historic milestone is met with jubilation and reverence for human resilience. The scene is set amidst towering icebergs and vast expanses of snow-covered terrain. The ship's sails billow gracefully against a backdrop of serene beauty and unforgiving conditions. It serves as a poignant reminder of both mankind's indomitable spirit and its delicate existence within nature's harshest realms. This artwork encapsulates not only the triumphs but also the perils faced by those who dared to explore uncharted territories. It pays homage to all pioneers who pushed boundaries in pursuit of knowledge and discovery. Preserved within private collections today, this engraving stands as a testament to our enduring fascination with polar exploration—an eternal reminder that there will always be frontiers waiting to be conquered and stories waiting to be told.
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