Rights Managed > Universal Images Group (UIG) > History > Engraving
Travelling by sledge in the Arctic. Engraving of 1881 after Stray Leaves from an
Filename: 917_05_010658.jpg
Size: 2669 x 2465 (2.5MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Universal Images Group (UIG)
Travelling by sledge in the Arctic. Engraving of 1881 after Stray Leaves from an
Travelling by sledge in the Arctic. Engraving of 1881 after Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal by Sherard Osborn (1852). Osborn (1822-1875) was a British naval officer
Universal Images Group (UIG) manages distribution for many leading specialist agencies worldwide
Media ID 9754129
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1852 1881 Arctic Journal Leaves Naval Officer Sledge Stray Travelling Osborn
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, dating back to 1881, takes us on a journey through time to the Arctic wilderness. The image depicts a group of intrepid explorers traveling by sledge across the icy terrain. Their faces are weathered and determined, reflecting the challenges they must have faced in this unforgiving environment. The engraving is based on "Stray Leaves from an Arctic Journal" written by Sherard Osborn, a British naval officer who lived from 1822 to 1875. Osborn's journal chronicled his experiences during an arctic exploration expedition in 1852. His words come alive through this detailed illustration as we witness firsthand the harsh conditions these brave men endured. As we gaze at this historic print, we can almost feel the biting cold wind against our cheeks and hear the crunching sound of sledges gliding over snow-covered ice. It serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable thirst for discovery and adventure. This artwork captures not only a moment frozen in time but also represents the spirit of exploration that has driven mankind throughout history. It reminds us of our innate curiosity about uncharted territories and our relentless pursuit of knowledge about our planet. In preserving this engraving, Universal Images Group (UIG) allows us to connect with past generations who dared to venture into unknown lands for scientific inquiry or personal fulfillment. This image stands as both an homage to those early explorers and an invitation for future generations to continue pushing boundaries in their own
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
