Fine Art Print : Shackleton Motor Car
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Shackleton Motor Car
Day with the motor car on the sea ice : ordinary wheels with rubber tyres were found to be the most satisfactory. Date: circa 1907
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Exploration Found Ordinary Polar Rubber Shackleton Tyres Wheels 1907
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of Sir Ernest Shackleton and his motor car braving the icy waters. Drawn from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, this rare photograph, taken circa 1907, showcases the determination and innovation of the legendary Antarctic explorer. With Shackleton's motor car making its way across the sea ice, the image is a testament to the ordinary yet extraordinary means that enabled human endeavor to push the boundaries of the unknown. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 photograph captures Sir Ernest Shackleton and his team members with their motor car, boldly venturing onto the expansive sea ice during their Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, circa 1907. The motor car, a remarkable feat of engineering in such an extreme environment, was a vital tool for their exploration. Despite the challenging conditions, the team discovered that the most satisfactory wheels for their vehicle were those with ordinary rubber tyres. This discovery was a testament to the resilience and adaptability of technology in the face of adversity. The team's determination to overcome the obstacles of the polar terrain is evident in their unwavering focus as they prepare to embark on their journey. The Shackleton-Rowett Expedition, as it came to be known, was the first to cross the Antarctic continent on foot, following the failure of their attempt to reach the South Pole by sea. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the team's unyielding spirit and their relentless pursuit of discovery in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. The use of a motor car, though not the primary means of transportation, played a crucial role in their expedition and highlighted the potential of technology to aid exploration in the most inhospitable of environments.
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