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Poster Print : Dawn at the close of Winter
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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
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the polar region with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This exquisite piece showcases "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 image was taken at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge. Witness the ethereal light and tranquility of an Antarctic dawn, bringing the icy wilderness into your home or office. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding a touch of adventure and natural wonder to any 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.
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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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