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Framed Print : Dawn at the close of Winter
Framed Photos from Scott Polar Research Institute
Dawn at the close of Winter
Photographer:Hurley, Frank (1885-1962)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, 1914-17. Leader: Ernest Shackleton
Date:1915
Dawn at the close of Winter
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10520945
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
12"x10" Modern Frame
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Antarctic with our Framed Print of "Dawn at the Close of Winter" by renowned photographer Frank Hurley. Captured during the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition led by Ernest Shackleton in 1915, this stunning image was taken at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge. The hauntingly beautiful scene of the Antarctic dawn, as depicted in this vintage photograph, is a testament to the raw power and majesty of nature. Bring this piece of history into your home and let it inspire you with its timeless charm.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. 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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Dawn at the close of Winter
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captures a breathtaking moment in time, frozen forever by the lens of renowned photographer Frank Hurley. This remarkable photo print, housed within the hallowed halls of the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge, serves as an enduring testament to one of history's most daring expeditions. Taken during Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition in 1915, this image transports us to a desolate landscape untouched by human presence. As winter relinquishes its icy grip on Antarctica, a delicate dawn light bathes the horizon with ethereal hues. The tranquil scene is both haunting and awe-inspiring, evoking a sense of profound isolation and immense beauty. Hurley's masterful composition draws our gaze towards distant ice formations that seem to defy imagination – jagged peaks piercing through an endless expanse of snow-covered plains. Each element within this frame speaks volumes about nature's raw power and man's relentless pursuit for discovery. The photograph not only showcases Hurley's technical prowess but also encapsulates the spirit and resilience exhibited by Shackleton and his team throughout their treacherous journey. It reminds us that even amidst unforgiving conditions and overwhelming odds, humanity can find solace in moments like these – when nature reveals its sublime wonders against all odds. As we stand before this print at the Scott Polar Research Institute, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to preserve Earth's fragile ecosystems. "Dawn at the close of Winter" serves as a poignant reminder that while mankind may conquer frontiers previously thought unconquerable, it is imperative that we do so with reverence for our planet’s irreplaceable treasures. In this single image captured over a century ago lies an entire narrative: one filled with courage, exploration, and respect for Mother Nature herself.
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