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The Castle Berg, with dog sledge. September 17th 1911
Photographer:Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935)
Location:Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Expedition:British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13
Date:1911
The Castle Berg, with dog sledge. September 17th 1911
Scott Polar Research Institute, Cambridge, offers excellence in the study of the Arctic and Antarctic
Media ID 10521363
© Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step back in time with our captivating greeting card from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the iconic photograph "The Castle Berg, with dog sledge" by Herbert Ponting, taken during the British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 on September 17th, 1911. Witness the breathtaking landscape of The Castle Berg, as explorers and their faithful dogsled team bravely venture through the icy terrain. This historic image, originally housed at the Scott Polar Research Institute, University of Cambridge, makes for a truly unique and thoughtful greeting. Perfect for history enthusiasts, adventurous souls, or those with a love for the great outdoors, this card is sure to transport your recipients on an unforgettable journey.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print captured by renowned photographer Herbert Ponting, we are transported back in time to September 17th, 1911. The image showcases the majestic Castle Berg amidst a vast expanse of icy terrain during the British Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. The Castle Berg stands as a testament to the awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur of Antarctica's frozen landscape. Its towering peaks seem to pierce the heavens, while its icy slopes glisten under the soft glow of sunlight filtering through thick clouds above. This formidable fortress-like formation serves as a reminder of nature's remarkable ability to shape and sculpt even the harshest environments. Adding an element of life and movement to this frozen tableau is a dog sledge traversing across the snow-covered ground below. The sled dogs, with their unwavering determination and loyalty, pull forward against all odds, leaving tracks behind them that will soon be swallowed by wind and ice. Ponting's skillful composition allows us to appreciate both the immensity of our surroundings and the delicate balance between human endeavor and nature's forces at play in these extreme conditions. His keen eye for detail captures every nuance - from each jagged edge on the Castle Berg to every ripple in the snow beneath it. Preserved within Scott Polar Research Institute at University of Cambridge, this photograph offers us not only a glimpse into history but also an opportunity for reflection on humanity's relentless pursuit of discovery amidst adversity. It reminds us that even in Earth's most unforgiving corners, there exists unparalleled beauty waiting patiently for those brave enough to venture forth into its embrace.
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