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Fine Art Print : Edward Whymper, British mountaineer, 1865 (1956)
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Edward Whymper, British mountaineer, 1865 (1956)
Edward Whymper, British mountaineer, 1865 (1956). Whymper is best known for his involvement in the first ascent of the Matterhorn, accomplished in 1865. Whymper reached the summit with Charles Hudson, Lord Francis Douglas, Douglas Hadow, accompanied by guides Michel Croz and the two Peter Taugwalders (father and son). Hadow, Croz, Hudson and Douglas were killed in a fall on the descent. He later went on to travel and climb in Greenland, South America and the Canadian Rockies. A print from People, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union, the Grosvenor Press, London, 1956. (Colorised black and white print)
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Adventure Adventurer Alpinism Alps Climber Colorised Colourised Edward Matterhorn Mountain Climbing Mountain Range Mountaineer Mountaineering The Alps The Matterhorn Traveller Tweed Suit Whymper Alpenstock Alpinist Edward Whymper
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past and bring the spirit of adventure into your home with our exquisite Edward Whymper Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken in 1865 (1956) by Heritage Images, showcases the legendary British mountaineer Edward Whymper in his prime. Known for his groundbreaking role in the first successful ascent of the Matterhorn in 1865, Whymper's determination and courage continue to inspire mountaineers and enthusiasts alike. This museum-quality print, with its rich colors and intricate details, is a must-have for any art collection, adding a touch of history and adventure to your living space.
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 36.6cm x 50.8cm (14.4" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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This print showcases Edward Whymper, a renowned British mountaineer, in 1865. Whymper is most famously remembered for his pivotal role in the first successful ascent of the formidable Matterhorn that same year. Accompanied by Charles Hudson, Lord Francis Douglas, Douglas Hadow, and expert guides Michel Croz and Peter Taugwalder (both father and son), Whymper triumphantly reached the summit. Tragically, during their descent, Hadow, Croz, Hudson, and Douglas lost their lives in a devastating fall. Despite this harrowing experience on the Matterhorn, Whymper's passion for exploration endured. He continued to embark on thrilling expeditions across Greenland, South America, and even ventured into the majestic Canadian Rockies. This extraordinary photograph comes from People - an enlightening volume delving into various aspects of origin and early history compiled by Readers Union at London's Grosvenor Press in 1956. The image has been skillfully colorized to breathe new life into this black-and-white snapshot from history. In it we see Whymper dressed impeccably in a tweed suit with his trusty alpenstock by his side – a symbol of his mountaineering prowess. The portrait exudes both Victorian charm and an air of adventure as it captures the spirit of a man who fearlessly pushed boundaries amidst breathtaking mountain ranges. As we gaze upon this remarkable print capturing Edward Whymper frozen in time against the backdrop of Europe's awe-inspiring Alps range; we are reminded not only of his incredible achievements but also of humanity's enduring quest for discovery and conquest over nature's grandest challenges.
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