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Photographic Print : Members of the expedition on Elephant Island
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Members of the expedition on Elephant Island
Photographer:Hurley, Frank (1885-1962)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, 1914-17. Leader: Ernest Shackleton
Date:1916
Members of the expedition on Elephant Island
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10520991
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the heroic spirit of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition with this stunning black and white photograph from the Scott Polar Research Institute. Taken by renowned photographer Frank Hurley in 1916, this captivating image captures members of the expedition on Elephant Island. Witness the determination and resilience of the explorers as they braved the harsh Antarctic conditions. Add this historical piece to your collection and bring a piece of polar history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.3cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
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This print takes us back in time to the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition of 1914-17, led by the legendary Ernest Shackleton. The image showcases a group of intrepid explorers standing on Elephant Island, their faces etched with determination and resilience. Photographed by Frank Hurley (1885-1962), this historical artifact is housed at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge. Hurley's lens captures not only the physical surroundings but also the spirit and camaraderie that defined this extraordinary expedition. In 1916, after their ship Endurance was crushed by ice in Antarctica's Weddell Sea, Shackleton and his crew found themselves stranded on Elephant Island for months. This photograph freezes a moment amidst their harsh reality – a testament to human endurance against insurmountable odds. The members of this expedition are depicted as stoic figures against an unforgiving backdrop of icy cliffs and turbulent waters. Their weathered clothing hints at countless hardships endured during their arduous journey through uncharted territories. As we gaze upon these brave souls frozen in time, it becomes evident that they were bound together not just by shared adversity but also unwavering trust and loyalty towards one another. Each face tells its own story – stories of hope, resilience, and sheer determination to survive against all odds. Hurley's photographic mastery allows us to glimpse into history; it transports us back to an era when exploration pushed humanity beyond its limits. This print serves as a poignant reminder of our collective thirst for discovery and our ability to overcome even the harshest challenges nature throws our way. Let this image be a source of inspiration for generations to come – reminding us that no matter how daunting or impossible a task may seem, there is always strength within ourselves to persevere and triumph over adversity like these remarkable individuals did on Elephant Island over a century ago.
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