Home > Arts > Artists > W > Robert White
SS Roosevelt, American steamship of 1908 built for Robert Pearys polar exploration, ... 1909 (photo)
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Fine Art Finder
SS Roosevelt, American steamship of 1908 built for Robert Pearys polar exploration, ... 1909 (photo)
8782677 SS Roosevelt, American steamship of 1908 built for Robert Pearys polar exploration, ... 1909 (photo) by Peary, Robert Edwin (1856-1920); (add.info.: SS Roosevelt, American steamship of 1908 built for Robert Pearys polar exploration, in Arctic ice. Faded Autochrome plate, 1909.
Photo by Robert E. Peary); © Robert E. Peary / GEO Image Collection.
Please note: The artwork in this photograph is in copyright. Bridgeman Images represents the artist and will clear the additional copyright on your behalf & copyright fee will be added to your quote/invoice. Please contact Bridgeman Images for further information
Media ID 38285424
© © Robert E. Peary / GEO Image Collection / Bridgeman Images
Arctic Arctic Circle Danish Denmark Discoverers Excursion Explore Explorers Greenland National Geographic National Geographic Photo National Geographic Photographer North Pole Transportations 1900 1910 Years 10 10s 1910 1919 Years 10 10s Years 1910 Years 10 Years Ten
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> Robert White
> Europe
> Denmark
> Related Images
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Kitagawa Utamaro
> Fine Art Finder
> Artists
> Robert Edwin Peary
> North America
> Greenland
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the SS Roosevelt, an American steamship built in 1908 for Robert Peary's polar exploration. The ship is seen surrounded by Arctic ice, a testament to the harsh conditions faced by early explorers in their quest for discovery. The faded Autochrome plate from 1909 adds a nostalgic quality to the image, transporting us back to a time when brave men ventured into unknown territories in search of new horizons.
Robert E. Peary, the renowned explorer behind this expedition, captured this momentous scene with his camera, showcasing both the beauty and challenges of Arctic exploration. The black and white composition highlights the stark contrast between the icy landscape and the sturdy vessel that carried Peary and his crew on their daring journey.
As we gaze upon this historic photograph, we are reminded of the spirit of adventure that drove explorers like Peary to push beyond known boundaries in pursuit of knowledge and discovery. The SS Roosevelt stands as a symbol of human ingenuity and perseverance in the face of extreme environments, inspiring us to continue exploring and pushing our own limits in search of new frontiers.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
