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Poster Print : Endeavouring to cut the ship out of the ice, February, 1915
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Endeavouring to cut the ship out of the ice, February, 1915
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
Endeavouring to cut the ship out of the ice, February, 1915
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10520922
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the heroic spirit of exploration with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the iconic image "Endeavouring to cut the ship out of the ice, February, 1915" by Frank Hurley. This powerful photograph, taken during Sir Ernest Shackleton's Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, 1914-17, at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge, captures the determination and grit of the team as they endeavor to free their ship from the icy grip of Antarctica. Bring the history and adventure of this legendary expedition into your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality poster print.
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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In this photo print, taken by the talented photographer Frank Hurley in February 1915, we are transported back to a moment of great determination and resilience. The image captures a pivotal scene from the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition led by the legendary Ernest Shackleton. As we gaze upon this frozen landscape, our eyes are immediately drawn to the immense ship trapped amidst towering walls of ice. It is an awe-inspiring sight that speaks volumes about the challenges faced by these brave explorers in their quest for discovery. The crew members can be seen tirelessly working together, endeavoring to free their vessel from its icy prison. Their faces etched with determination and grit, they wield tools with unwavering resolve as they laboriously cut through thick layers of ice. Each swing of their axes represents not only physical exertion but also an indomitable spirit that refuses to succumb to adversity. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. It encapsulates both the harsh realities and extraordinary feats encountered during polar expeditions. Preserved within the archives of Scott Polar Research Institute at University of Cambridge, this remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into history's most audacious exploration endeavors. It allows us to reflect on those who dared venture into uncharted territories, pushing boundaries and expanding our understanding of our planet. Hurley's masterful composition transports us back in time, immersing us in an era defined by intrepid explorers seeking knowledge beyond imagination. As we contemplate this frozen tableau captured over a century ago, let it serve as a reminder that even amidst nature's harshest elements, human ambition knows no bounds.
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