Fine Art Print : Birdie Reads Thermometer
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Birdie Reads Thermometer
Birdie Bowers reads the thermometer on the ramp
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Media ID 579612
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Birdie Bowers Exploration Moon Polar Ramp Reads Scott Thermometer
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the captivating beauty of nature with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image "Birdie Reads Thermometer" by Mary Evans Picture Library. This stunning photograph, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the icy Antarctic landscape as intrepid explorer Birdie Bowers focuses on the thermometer, a poignant reminder of the harsh conditions they faced. Add this inspiring work of art to your home or office to ignite conversation and evoke a sense of adventure and resilience. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials and printing techniques to ensure the highest quality and vibrant colors, making it a cherished addition to any collection.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 determination and grit of Birdie Bowers, a key member of Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Expedition to the South Pole in 1911. In the image, Bowers, dressed in heavy furs and goggles, intently reads the thermometer on the ramp leading to the Discovery Hut. The haunting backdrop of the moon and the desolate Antarctic landscape adds to the sense of isolation and the immense challenge faced by the explorers. Bowers, an English engineer and carpenter, was an essential member of Scott's team, responsible for maintaining the hut and sledges. His role was crucial to the success of the expedition, as the team relied on the hut for shelter and the sledges for transportation. The thermometer reading is an important moment in the expedition's history, as it provides a snapshot of the harsh conditions the team endured. The temperature, reportedly around -30 degrees Celsius, underscores the extreme environment the explorers faced as they pushed towards their goal of reaching the South Pole. Despite the challenges, Bowers and his team persevered, making history as they reached the pole on January 17, 1911, only to tragically discover that Roald Amundsen and his team had beaten them by 35 days. Bowers and four other members of Scott's team ultimately lost their lives on the return journey. This photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, is a poignant reminder of the bravery and resilience of the polar explorers and the incredible feats they accomplished in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds.
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