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Fine Art Print : Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett, explorer
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Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett, explorer
Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett, explorer, as part of an article by Sir John Squire. Fawcett led an expedition to central Brazil in 1925 and disappeared.
1953
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Media ID 23087246
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1953 Adventure Adventurer Bearded Brazil Explore Explorer Fawcett Harrison Journey Percy Sep18 Snap
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the thrilling world of exploration with our Fine Art Print of Colonel Percy Harrison Fawcett, as captured by the Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans. This iconic image, taken from an article by Sir John Squire in 1953, showcases Fawcett in his prime, leading an expedition into the heart of central Brazil. With a steely gaze and determined expression, Fawcett embodies the spirit of adventure and the relentless pursuit of discovery. Bring this historic moment into your home or office with our high-quality Fine Art Print, a stunning addition to any collection.
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 35.7cm x 50.8cm (14.1" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this evocative photograph, Colonel Percy Fawcett, a renowned British explorer, is captured in the prime of his adventurous spirit and indomitable determination. Taken in 1925, the image shows Fawcett in his element, bearded and rugged, as he prepared for his ill-fated expedition to Central Brazil. Fawcett, a decorated military officer and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, was a man of unyielding curiosity and insatiable thirst for discovery. He had spent years studying ancient civilizations and was convinced that there were lost cities hidden deep in the Amazon rainforest. With a team of dedicated companions, Fawcett embarked on an ambitious journey to uncover the truth, setting out from the small town of Bragança in the state of Pará. The expedition, which became known as the "Lost City Expedition," was met with skepticism and even ridicule from some quarters. However, Fawcett and his team pressed on, driven by their belief in the potential discoveries that lay ahead. They faced numerous challenges, from treacherous terrain and unforgiving weather to dwindling supplies and the ever-present threat of disease. Tragically, Fawcett and his team were never seen or heard from again after they entered the heart of the Amazon rainforest in 1925. Despite the passage of time and numerous search parties, their fate remains a mystery. However, Fawcett's legend only grew, and he became an enduring symbol of adventure and the human spirit's unyielding desire to explore the unknown. This photograph, taken just before Fawcett's final journey, serves as a poignant reminder of the explorer's indomitable spirit and the sense of wonder that drove him to seek out the secrets of the Amazon rainforest. It is a testament to the enduring allure of adventure and the human spirit's unquenchable thirst for discovery.
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