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Fine Art Print : A stuffed and mounted Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall near Lowerstoft
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A stuffed and mounted Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall near Lowerstoft
A stuffed and mounted Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall near Lowerstoft, one of 57 bears shot in five weeks at Spitzbergen and in no-mans land by Sir Savile Crossley and Mr Arnold Pike. Date: 1905
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Arctic Arnold Bear Bears Crossley Gods Goods Household Hunt Lavish Mans Mounted Pike Polar Pose Savile Spitzbergen Stuffed Taxidermy Trophy Agressive
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the majesty of the Arctic with our Fine Art Print of a Stuffed and Mounted Polar Bear from Media Storehouse. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a polar bear proudly displayed at Somerleyton Hall near Lowestoft. A remarkable trophy of a hunting expedition in 1905, this print captures the essence of adventure and the awe-inspiring power of nature. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office decor and bring the beauty of the Arctic wilderness into your space.
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 31.7cm x 53.3cm (12.5" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 photograph, a majestically stuffed and mounted Polar Bear takes center stage in the grand interior of Somerleyton Hall near Lowestoft, England. This impressive taxidermy specimen is just one of the 57 bears shot by Sir Savile Crossley and Mr. Arnold Pike during their hunting expedition to Spitzbergen and no-man's land in 1905. Sir Savile Crossley and Mr. Arnold Pike embarked on their Arctic adventure with the intention of adding to their impressive collection of hunting trophies. Over the course of five weeks, they successfully hunted and killed an astounding number of Polar Bears, which they later had meticulously stuffed and mounted for display. The Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall stands proudly on all fours, its piercing brown eyes fixed on an unseen target, its massive paws clenched in a fierce and aggressive pose. The intricate details of its thick, white fur and the lifelike quality of its expression serve as a testament to the artistry of the taxidermist. The Polar Bear's presence inside the lavishly decorated home adds an air of exoticism and adventure, transporting those who enter the room to the frigid Arctic landscape from which it came. The hunting trophy serves not only as a decorative piece but also as a reminder of the daring exploits of its hunters. The photograph captures the essence of a bygone era, when the acquisition of such trophies was a symbol of wealth and status. The Polar Bear at Somerleyton Hall remains a striking and intriguing reminder of the past, a window into a time when the natural world was seen as a resource to be conquered and displayed for all to see.
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