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The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy
XJF324361 The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy, from The Illustrated London News, 1876 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12851327
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Arctic H Ms Hms Alert Ice Pack Icebound Perilous Polar Exploration Ropes Stranded Stuck Treacherous
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of polar exploration with our Fine Art Print of "The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy" from the Illustrated London News, 1876. This captivating engraving by the English School transports you to the icy shores of the North Pole, where the Alert is seen battling against the relentless ice floes. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the adventure of the polar regions into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.7cm (20" x 14.4")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 captures a treacherous moment during "The North Pole Expedition: The Alert nipped by the ice against the shore off Cape Beechy". The engraving, created by an anonymous 19th-century English artist, showcases the HMS Alert ship battling against nature's icy grip. In this perilous scene, the vessel finds itself trapped amidst a vast expanse of frozen waters. The unforgiving Arctic environment has bound the ship tightly with its icy embrace, leaving it stranded and vulnerable. Thick layers of snow blanket both land and sea, adding to the sense of isolation and danger. The crew members aboard the HMS Alert are depicted working tirelessly to free their vessel from this treacherous predicament. Ropes are thrown out onto solid ground in an attempt to anchor themselves and gain leverage against nature's forces. Their determination is palpable as they navigate through these harsh conditions in pursuit of their polar exploration goals. This evocative image serves as a reminder of both mankind's audacity in venturing into uncharted territories and nature's formidable power that can render even the mightiest ships helpless. It encapsulates not only a historical moment but also embodies themes of resilience, perseverance, and human curiosity. Displayed within private collections today, this artwork continues to captivate viewers with its depiction of bravery amidst adversity on one fateful expedition towards discovering new frontiers at The North Pole.
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