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AMUNDSEN, Roald Engebrecht (Borge, 1872, in the Arctic, 1928
AMUNDSEN, Roald Engebrecht (Borge, 1872, in the Arctic, 1928). Norwegian explorer. Engraving by Hildibrand. Coloured
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Amundsen Antarctic Cold Explorer Explorers Norway Norwegian Polar Pole Region Roald Snowed Gravning
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Roald Amundsen, born as Roald Engelbregt Gravning Amundsen in Borge, Norway in 1872, is depicted in this engraving as he braved the harsh Arctic conditions during one of his expeditions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Amundsen's intrepid spirit and unyielding determination made him a legendary figure in the annals of polar exploration. Amundsen's illustrious career began in 1897 when he led the first successful expedition to reach the Northwest Passage, a long-sought-after sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. However, Amundsen's greatest achievement came in 1911 when he led the first team to reach the South Pole, beating Robert Falcon Scott's team by a mere 34 days. In this evocative image, Amundsen is shown bundled up against the cold, his steely gaze fixed on the horizon as he trudges through the snowy Arctic landscape. The engraving, created by Hildibrand, captures the essence of Amundsen's indomitable spirit and his unwavering commitment to exploration. Amundsen's expeditions were not only groundbreaking feats of human endurance, but they also significantly advanced scientific knowledge of the polar regions. His explorations paved the way for further research and discovery, cementing his place in history as a pioneering figure in polar exploration. This engraving is a testament to Amundsen's remarkable achievements and his enduring legacy as a polar explorer. The image, created in the 19th and early 20th centuries, remains a powerful reminder of the human capacity for exploration and discovery, even in the most inhospitable environments.
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