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Photographic Print : Group of Inuit people on shore
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Group of Inuit people on shore
Expedition: British Arctic Expedition 1875-76. Leader: George Strong Nares (1831-1915). Original format: Lantern slide. Inuit men and women in traditional dress sitting and standing outside a turf house on Disko Island
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 20644981
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the rich culture and history of the Arctic with our exquisite photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image captures a group of Inuit men and women in traditional attire, sitting on the shore during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-76, led by George Strong Nares. Originally captured as a lantern slide at the University of Cambridge Scott Polar Research Institute, this timeless photograph transports you to a bygone era. Bring the beauty and wonder of the Arctic into your home or office with this stunning, museum-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.8cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, preserved by the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge, transports us back to a remarkable moment in history. Taken during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-76 under the leadership of George Strong Nares, it offers a glimpse into the lives of Inuit people residing on Disko Island. The image depicts a group of Inuit men and women adorned in their traditional attire, sitting and standing proudly outside a turf house. Their faces exude resilience and wisdom as they pose for this rare snapshot captured over a century ago. Each individual seems to embody an unbreakable connection with their ancestral land and its icy surroundings. The stark beauty of Disko Island serves as an awe-inspiring backdrop for this gathering. Its frozen shores stretch endlessly towards distant horizons, while towering icebergs punctuate the vastness with their majestic presence. The harsh Arctic climate is palpable even through this still frame; one can almost feel the biting cold that these resilient individuals have learned to endure. As we observe this photograph today, it reminds us not only of humanity's relentless pursuit for knowledge but also our responsibility to honor and respect diverse cultures. It serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and cultural preservation efforts undertaken by institutions like SPRI. Through this visual time capsule from long ago, we are reminded that our world is enriched by its diversity - be it in landscapes or people's ways of life. Let us cherish such glimpses into history as reminders that every culture has stories worth preserving and celebrating – stories that connect us all despite differences in time or place.
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