GRATIS KUNSTRÅDGIVNING

x
Bestil maleri Bestil maleriKøb højopløseligt billede Køb højopløseligt billede DelDel
DetailsDetails Tilføj til favoritter Tilføj til favoritter DownloadDownload Lignende værkerLignende værker X-RayX-Ray DiasshowDiasshow

Sledge

Robert Edwin Peary (1856-1920): American explorer & naval officer famed for Arctic expeditions, North Pole claim & Inuit studies. Explore his legacy!

Giclée / Kunsttryk

Giclée- eller lærredstryk i museumskvalitet med hurtig produktion og fleksible muligheder for finish.

Standard
custom
CM
INCH

Vælg mellem vores forudindstillede størrelser, der matcher kunstværkets originale proportioner.

bredde
højde

Du kan indtaste dine egne mål for at passe til en specifik ramme eller et bestemt område. Hvis den valgte størrelse ikke stemmer overens med det originale billedes proportioner, vil vi enten beskære kunstværket eller udvide billedet med en spejlet eller ensfarvet kant. En digital mockup vil blive sendt til din godkendelse, før produktionen påbegyndes.
Bemærk venligst, at forhåndsvisningen på skærmen ikke afspejler den faktiske beskæring eller udvidelse. Kun mockuppen vil nøjagtigt vise den endelige komposition.
Selvom specialmål er tilgængelige, anbefaler vi at vælge et mål fra den foruddefinerede liste for at bevare de originale proportioner.

Verdensomspændende levering () på 2 uger i stedet for de sædvanlige 4/5 uger. (2 juli)

why_choose_icon
Gratis ekspresforsendelse til hele verden
why_choose_icon
Lærred af linned i høj kvalitet
why_choose_icon
Fuld transportforsikring
why_choose_icon
Garanti for refusion af told og importafgifter
why_choose_icon
Garanti for præcis farvegengivelse
why_choose_icon
60 dages returret (kun ved fabrikationsfejl)
why_choose_icon
100% Tilfredshedsgaranti
why_choose_icon
Mængderabat tilgængelig

Samlet pris

-

reproduction

Sledge

Giclée / Kunsttryk

Størrelse på reproduktion

-

Samlet pris

-

Beskrivelse af samlerobjektet

Peary designed sledge. A runner of solid oak or hickory with steel shod wooden shoes two inches wide. Rounded bow of hickory connected the two bow ends. Peary designed the upstanders to be slanting backwards on the sledge, different from the native designs, in order to provide lifting leverage. The only native method used on the sledge was the method of lashing. On a level surface this sledge should support 1000-1200lbs.

Kunstnerens biografi

Robert Edwin Peary: A Life of Arctic Exploration

Robert Edwin Peary Sr. (May 6, 1856 – February 20, 1920) was an American explorer and officer in the United States Navy who dedicated his life to exploring the Arctic regions. Though long credited with reaching the geographic North Pole, this claim remains a subject of debate.

Early Life and Education

Born in Cresson, Pennsylvania, Peary’s early life was marked by the loss of his father at a young age. He was subsequently raised in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. He attended Bowdoin College, graduating in 1877 with a degree in Civil Engineering. Following college, he joined the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey as a draftsman before enlisting in the Navy in 1881.

Early Arctic Expeditions & Greenland

Peary’s fascination with the Arctic began in 1886 with his first attempt to cross Greenland by dogsled, which proved unsuccessful. However, he learned valuable lessons about Arctic survival and travel. His subsequent expedition to Greenland between 1891 and 1892 was far more successful. Reaching Independence Fjord (in what is now Peary Land), he definitively proved that Greenland was an island – a significant geographical discovery.

Studies of Inuit Culture

Peary was one of the first Arctic explorers to recognize and study the survival techniques of the Inuit people. He learned from them about utilizing dogsleds, appropriate clothing, hunting methods, and navigating the harsh Arctic environment. This knowledge proved crucial for his later expeditions. However, his interactions with the Inuit were also marked by controversy, particularly concerning the fate of Minik Wallace and others brought to America for study.

The Quest for the North Pole

Peary dedicated years to planning and executing expeditions aimed at reaching the North Pole. He set a new “farthest north” record in 1898–1902, reaching Cape Morris Jesup on Greenland’s northernmost point. His final major expeditions took place between 1905-1906 and 1908-1909. It was during the latter expedition that he claimed to have reached the North Pole on April 6, 1909.

Controversy & Legacy

Peary’s claim to have reached the North Pole has been widely debated since his return. Doubts arose regarding the accuracy of his navigation and speed during the final leg of the journey. British explorer Wally Herbert concluded in 1989 that Peary likely did not reach the pole, though he may have come within 60 miles. Despite this controversy, Peary received significant recognition during his lifetime, including the thanks of Congress and promotion to Rear Admiral.

Major Achievements & Historical Significance

  • Proved Greenland was an island
  • Set numerous “farthest north” records
  • Pioneered Arctic exploration techniques
  • Documented Inuit culture and survival strategies

Peary’s expeditions significantly advanced geographical knowledge of the Arctic. His explorations captured the public imagination and fueled further interest in polar regions. While his claim to have reached the North Pole remains contested, his contributions to Arctic exploration are undeniable. He served two terms as president of The Explorers Club before retiring in 1911.

robert edwin peary

robert edwin peary

1856 - 1920 , United States of America

Kort om kunstneren

  • Birth Date: May 6, 1856
  • Birth Place: Cresson, Pennsylvania, United States
  • Death Date: February 20, 1920
  • Movement: Exploration
  • Name: Robert Edwin Peary Sr.
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Works: Peary Expedition to Greenland (1891–1892), North Pole expedition (claimed 1909)