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Poster 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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the captivating culture of the Arctic with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the stunning image of a Group of Inuit People on Shore. This beautiful photograph, originally captured as a lantern slide during the British Arctic Expedition of 1875-76 led by George Strong Nares, showcases Inuit men and women in their traditional attire, sitting on the shoreline. Bring the rich history and traditions of the Arctic into your home or office with this elegant and intriguing print. Order now to add a unique touch to your space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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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