1922 Rotogravure Arctic Expedition North Pole Captain Raold Amundsen Maud Ship

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure depicting arctic expeditions by Captain Raold Amundsen, who discovered the South Pole in 1912. Shown are members of the expedition on the Aion Island with their trusty dogs, and an image of the schooner Maud frozen in ice. Amundsen suffered from a broken arm and had been attacked by polar bears on this journey, and unfortunately, the schooner was collected as collateral by Amundsen's creditors for all the debt he owed. Amundsen did reach the North Pole in 1925 by flying boats, and was undisputedly the first person to reach both poles.

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15.25 inches; 25 x 39 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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