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Extraordinary polar adventure (Colour Litho)
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Extraordinary polar adventure (Colour Litho)
2778572 Extraordinary polar adventure (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Extraordinary polar adventure. A Japanese whaler who had pushed herself into the polar zone was hit and sunk by a stray ice floe. The commander ordered the sailors to transport everything possible to the investors bench, which was thus transformed into a ship... never seen. Once the sails were explained, the very unique float was able to reach more popular seas. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 22 June 1941.); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Extraordinary polar adventure" by Achille Beltrame takes us back to a thrilling moment in history. The image depicts a Japanese whaler that found itself in the treacherous polar zone, only to be struck and sunk by an unexpected ice floe. In a desperate bid for survival, the commander ordered his sailors to salvage everything they could and transform an investor's bench into an improvised ship. Once sails were rigged onto this unique float, it miraculously managed to navigate its way out of the icy waters and reach more familiar seas. This incredible tale of resilience and ingenuity is brought vividly to life through Beltrame's masterful illustration, originally published in Courier Sunday on 22 June 1941. The image captures not only the perilous situation faced by these stranded sailors but also their determination to overcome adversity. Against a backdrop of towering icebergs and snow-covered landscapes, we witness the struggle for survival as men work together amidst freezing conditions. Beltrame's attention to detail brings every element of this extraordinary story into focus - from the trapped whale hunters battling against nature's forces, to their eventual triumph over seemingly insurmountable odds. This artwork serves as a testament to human courage and resourcefulness in the face of extreme circumstances. It reminds us that even in the harshest environments, there is always hope for salvation if one possesses unwavering determination and adaptability.
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