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The Steep Nature of the Shore Ice Edge
View demonstrating the difficulties of landing during the 1912 expedition to the South Pole. The barrier edge is perpendicular and is was only possible to climb from a boat if a portion of the edge happened to be broken down. Photographs to accompany a narrative sent by Captain Scott, although it was published after he and his four colleagues had died, unbeknownst to the public
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Antarctic Antarctica Barrier Edge Exploration Landing Perpendicular Polar Pole Scott Shore Steep
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty and harshness of the Antarctic with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse range of poster prints. This captivating image, "The Steep Nature of the Shore Ice Edge," captures the essence of the 1912 expedition to the South Pole, as demonstrated in this view showing the challenges of landing at the ice edge. The perpendicular barrier edge emphasizes the steepness and instability of the icy terrain, making for an inspiring and educational piece for any room. Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 evocative photograph captures the steep and treacherous nature of the shore ice edge during the 1912 British Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. The image, taken from a boat, demonstrates the immense challenge of landing at the ice edge, which was often perpendicular and only accessible if a portion had broken down. This photograph was part of a narrative sent by Captain Scott to the outside world, unbeknownst to the public that he and his four colleagues, Edgar Evans, Lawrence Oates, Henry Bowers, and Edwin Larsson, had already perished in their quest to reach the South Pole. The expedition, which aimed to be the first to reach the pole by crossing the Antarctic continent from the Ross Sea, faced numerous hardships, including extreme weather conditions, inadequate supplies, and the unforgiving terrain. The steep ice edge in this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the immense challenges the explorers faced during their historic journey. The image, published posthumously, offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of polar exploration during this era, and continues to captivate audiences with its historical significance.
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