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Photographic Print : The Terra Nova and a berg at ice-foot. January 16th 1911
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The Terra Nova and a berg at ice-foot. January 16th 1911
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Leader:Capt Robert Falcon Scott
Date:1911
The Terra Nova and a berg at ice-foot. January 16th 1911
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10521158
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the historic beauty of the past with Media Storehouse's exclusive range of Photographic Prints. This stunning image, titled "The Terra Nova and a berg at ice-foot. January 16th 1911," captures the essence of the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. Taken by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting during the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13, led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott, this captivating photograph showcases the majestic Terra Nova ship at the ice foot with a towering berg in the background. Bring the adventure of the polar regions into your home or office with this piece of history, beautifully printed and ready to hang.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.3cm x 25.4cm (7.2" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, taken by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting in 1911, transports us back to the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. The image showcases the majestic vessel, "The Terra Nova" standing tall against a colossal iceberg at the ice-foot on January 16th. As we gaze upon this historic scene, we are reminded of the immense challenges faced by Captain Robert Falcon Scott and his crew during their ambitious expedition. The Terra Nova served as their lifeline amidst the unforgiving icy landscape of Antarctica. Ponting's expert composition captures both the grandeur and vulnerability present in this frozen realm. The towering iceberg looms over The Terra Nova, emphasizing its sheer magnitude compared to the ship's relatively small size. This juxtaposition highlights nature's dominance over human endeavors in such extreme environments. The photograph also offers a glimpse into daily life on board during this perilous journey. We can almost imagine the sound of creaking wood and cracking ice as these brave explorers navigate through treacherous waters. Preserved within the archives of Scott Polar Research Institute at University of Cambridge, this print serves as a testament to mankind's insatiable thirst for discovery and exploration. It encapsulates not only an important moment in history but also embodies our collective fascination with Earth's most remote corners. Through Ponting's lens, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand one chapter from Captain Scott’s extraordinary polar odyssey – a tale that continues to captivate hearts and minds around the world more than a century later.
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