Photographic Print : William John Wills (1834-1861)
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William John Wills (1834-1861)
Engraving of William John Wills, the Australian surveyor and explorer, pictured in 1860. Wills was born in England and emigrated to Australia in 1852, joining the staff of Melbournes observatory. In 1860 he joined Robert O Hara Burkes expedition to travel across the continent of Australia from South to North, by foot. Burke, Wills and John King reached the north shore of Australia, but only King survived the return journey to Melbourne
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Media ID 4371830
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1834 1852 1860 1862 Australian Born Burke Continent Emigrated Explorer Foot Joined Joining Journey Melbourne Observatory Pictured Reached Return Shore Staff Surveyor Survived Wills Will I Am
14"x11" Photo Print
Bring history to life with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating engraving, featuring the renowned Australian surveyor and explorer, William John Wills, is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. Born in England and emigrating to Australia in 1852, Wills joined the staff of Melbourne's observatory. Relive the stories of this intrepid explorer with our high-quality, museum-grade prints. Each print is meticulously crafted to preserve the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original image, making it a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Order yours today and step into the past with Media Storehouse.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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 engraving captures the image of William John Wills, a renowned Australian surveyor and explorer who made significant contributions to the history of Australia. Born in England in 1834, Wills emigrated to Australia in 1852 where he joined the staff of Melbourne's observatory.
In 1860, Wills embarked on a daring expedition with Robert O'Hara Burke to traverse the continent from South to North on foot. Despite facing numerous challenges along the way, including harsh terrain and limited resources, Wills, Burke, and John King managed to reach the north shore of Australia. However, tragedy struck on their return journey when only King survived to make it back to Melbourne.
This historical print serves as a poignant reminder of Wills' bravery and determination in the face of adversity. His legacy lives on through his remarkable achievements and unwavering spirit of exploration. The detailed engraving beautifully captures his likeness as well as the essence of his incredible journey across the vast Australian landscape.
As we reflect upon this piece of history depicted in this engraving, we are reminded of the importance of perseverance and courage in pursuit of discovery and knowledge. William John Wills will forever be remembered for his role in shaping Australia's rich heritage as an intrepid explorer who pushed boundaries and expanded horizons.
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