Framed Print : Scott / Terra Nova
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Scott / Terra Nova
Scotts last expedition - he was beaten to the South Pole by Roald Amundsen. Scott did not make it back. Scotts ship, the Terra Nova
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Amundsen Beaten Exploration Nova Polar Pole Roald Scott Terra
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Scott / Terra Nova" framed print from the Media Storehouse range, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative image transports you back to the heroic age of Antarctic exploration, featuring Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated ship, the Terra Nova, against the backdrop of the frozen wilderness. Sir Robert Falcon Scott, the intrepid British explorer, led his final expedition to reach the South Pole aboard the Terra Nova in 1911. Though he and his team tragically did not make it back, their story continues to inspire awe and admiration for their unyielding determination and courage. This exquisitely printed and expertly framed piece is a must-have for any explorer's den, office, or gallery wall, evoking the spirit of adventure and the untamed beauty of the Antarctic.
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 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the desolate beauty of the Antarctic landscape, as the remains of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, the "Terra Nova," rest on the ice. The image serves as a poignant reminder of Sir Robert Falcon Scott's ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition of 1911, which aimed to reach the South Pole. Scott and his five companions, Edgar Evans, Lawrence Oates, Henry Bowers, Edgar Wright, and Tom Crean, set out on their final push towards the pole on January 17, 1912, only to be beaten by Roald Amundsen and his team by just 34 days. Tragically, Scott and his team did not make it back. Their bodies were discovered on March 11, 1912, near the pole, along with a note detailing their harrowing last days. The "Terra Nova," which had been instrumental in transporting the team to the Antarctic, was left behind when the expedition was abandoned. The ship, which had been damaged during the return journey, was eventually abandoned in the ice in February 1912. This photograph, taken some time after the expedition, shows the ship as it lay frozen in time, a poignant symbol of the human endeavor to explore the unknown and the harsh realities of nature. The Terra Nova Expedition holds a significant place in polar exploration history, and this photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the mysteries of the polar regions were yet to be fully understood. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of knowledge and discovery, and the enduring allure of the polar regions.
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