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Dr E. A Wilson of the Scott Polar Expedition
Dr Edward Wilson, biologist and artist on the British Antarctic Expedition led by Captain Scott. Wilson died along with Scott and Bowers in their tents during a blizzard in March 1912
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Antarctic Antarctica Biologist Exploration Polar Pole Scott
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the determined gaze of Dr. Edward Wilson, a prominent figure in the ill-fated British Antarctic Expedition (1910-1913) led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. Dr. Wilson, an accomplished biologist and artist, is depicted here in his winter attire, ready for the harsh conditions of the polar landscape. The expedition, which aimed to reach the South Pole, was marked by intense competition with the Norwegian Roald Amundsen's team. Tragically, Dr. Wilson, Captain Scott, and their fellow explorer, Edgar Evans, perished in their tents during a blizzard in March 1912, just eleven miles away from their goal. Wilson's contributions to the expedition extended beyond scientific discoveries. His artistic talents resulted in numerous sketches and paintings, which provide invaluable visual records of the expedition and the Antarctic landscape. His diaries and letters offer insight into the daily life and experiences of the explorers. This historical photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit's relentless pursuit of knowledge and discovery, even in the face of adversity. The image of Dr. Wilson, with his unwavering focus and resolve, encapsulates the spirit of exploration and the indomitable human spirit that drives us to push the boundaries of our understanding of the world around us.
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