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Fine Art Print : Coaling in a blizzard
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Coaling in a blizzard
Photographer: Morrison, John Donald.
Expedition: Antarctic Relief Expeditions 1902-04
Date: 1904
Location: Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
A man standing beside the coal depot, holding a long implement, ship in background
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 11476947
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and historical significance of the Antarctic with our exclusive fine art print from the Scott Polar Research Institute. This stunning photograph, titled "Coaling in a Blizzard," captures the intense and unforgiving environment of the Antarctic during the Antarctic Relief Expeditions of 1902-04. Taken by renowned photographer John Donald Morrison in 1904, this image transports you to a bygone era of exploration and adventure. Add this beautiful piece to your home or office to inspire and captivate, and be a part of preserving this important piece of history.
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
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In this print titled "Coaling in a Blizzard" captured by the talented photographer John Donald Morrison during the Antarctic Relief Expeditions of 1902-04, we are transported back in time to witness an extraordinary moment amidst harsh conditions. The image, now housed at the Scott Polar Research Institute within the University of Cambridge, offers a glimpse into the challenging lives led by explorers and crew members who ventured into uncharted territories. The photograph portrays a lone figure standing resolute beside a coal depot, braving the relentless onslaught of snowflakes swirling around him. Clad in heavy attire that shields against biting winds and freezing temperatures, he holds onto a long implement with unwavering determination. Behind him looms an imposing ship - perhaps their only lifeline amidst this desolate landscape. This snapshot encapsulates both human resilience and reliance on essential resources for survival. Coaling was an arduous task; it required meticulous effort to ensure enough fuel was available to power these vessels through treacherous waters. In this blizzard-ridden scene, we can almost feel the bone-chilling cold seeping through our screens as we imagine ourselves alongside these brave souls battling nature's fury. Preserved within its historical context at one of academia's most esteemed institutions, this photographic gem serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration and discovery. It reminds us of those intrepid individuals who risked everything in pursuit of knowledge about our planet's polar regions. As we gaze upon "Coaling in a Blizzard" let us pay homage not only to John Donald Morrison's skillful artistry but also to all those unsung heroes whose endeavors have expanded our understanding of Earth’s most remote corners – forever etching their names into history books while inspiring future generations to push boundaries further still.
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