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Midwinter Day Celebration, National Antarctic Expedition, 19
Illustration of the Midwinter Day Celebration held in the crews mess-room of the Polar Research Ship Discovery ; National Antarctic Expedition, 22nd June 1902
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22nd Antarctic Held Mess Polar Research 1902 Mid Winter
22"x18" Modern Frame
Step into the historic world of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration with our stunning Framed Print of "Midwinter Day Celebration, National Antarctic Expedition, 1902" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image transports you to the crew's mess-room of the Polar Research Ship Discovery, where the Midwinter Day Celebration took place on June 22, 1902. Add this unique piece to your decor and bring the spirit of adventure into your home or office. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting display. Order yours today and relive the heroic stories of the brave explorers who dared to conquer the frozen continent.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
Midwinter Day Celebration on the Polar Research Ship Discovery, National Antarctic Expedition, 1902: A Historical Illustration This evocative illustration captures the Midwinter Day Celebration held onboard the Polar Research Ship Discovery during the National Antarctic Expedition of 1902. The event took place on the 22nd of June, an anomalous date for a midwinter celebration as the Southern Hemisphere experiences its winter solstice around the 21st of June. The scene unfolds in the crew's mess-room, where the men of the expedition gather to mark this significant milestone in their Antarctic journey. The room is warmly lit, and the men are seen sharing stories, laughter, and camaraderie around a long table laden with food and drink. The atmosphere is one of joviality and relief, a brief respite from the harsh realities of life in the Antarctic. The illustration, published in The Illustrated London News in 1903, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the National Antarctic Expedition. The crew's mess-room, with its rough-hewn wooden tables and benches, serves as a reminder of the expedition's humble origins. The men, dressed in their heavy woolen clothing, are a testament to the extreme conditions they endured. This historical illustration is an important document of the National Antarctic Expedition, providing a unique insight into the lives of the brave explorers who ventured into the unknown to expand human knowledge of the Antarctic continent. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to persevere in the face of adversity and the power of community in the most inhospitable of environments.
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