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Scottish Antarctic Expedition
The Scottish National Antarctic Expedition ship SY Scotia in Antarctic pack ice, 1903. The expedition has been surveying the South Orkney Islands. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Hulton Archive
Media ID 18353719
© 2011 Getty Images
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself to the icy shores of the South Orkney Islands with this stunning fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection. Captured by the Hulton Archive, this historic photograph showcases the Scottish National Antarctic Expedition's ship, SY Scotia, bravely navigating through the Antarctic pack ice in 1903. Add an air of adventure and timeless beauty to your space with this evocative and intriguing piece of history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 transports us back to the year 1903, capturing a pivotal moment in history during the Scottish Antarctic Expedition. The image showcases the majestic SY Scotia, the expedition ship, gracefully navigating through treacherous Antarctic pack ice. As we gaze at this remarkable scene, we can almost feel the biting cold and hear the creaking of wooden planks against icy pressure. The expedition itself was focused on surveying the South Orkney Islands, an uncharted territory that held great scientific potential. Led by renowned explorer William Speirs Bruce, this daring voyage aimed to unravel mysteries of one of Earth's most remote regions. In this frozen wilderness where nature reigns supreme, it is awe-inspiring to witness human resilience and determination embodied by those aboard SY Scotia. Against all odds, they ventured into unknown waters with unwavering courage and insatiable curiosity. Through this beautifully preserved photograph from Hulton Archive/Getty Images, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and exploration. It serves as a testament to our innate desire to push boundaries and unravel secrets hidden within our planet. As we admire this piece from Fine Art Storehouse today, let us pay homage to these brave souls who embarked on such perilous journeys in search of understanding our world better - their legacy forever etched in history's annals.
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