Summary
Photograph taken during an expedition to Antarctica, circa 1928. Probably taken by George Rayner.
Description of Content
Small whale carcass 7.46 metres long, possibly a sperm whale foetus, bound by a rope lying on a ship's deck. South Georgia, 5 April 1928.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
Science & Measurement, Sustainable Futures, Working Life & Trades
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs E. Rayner, 28 Jun 1984
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Place Depicted
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Creator
Mr George Rayner, Antarctica, 1927-1939
Biologist with the SS Discovery on investigations in the waters of the Falkland Islands Dependencies. Research included hydrographic surveying and whale marking. -
Individuals Identified
Rayner, George
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Format
Photograph, paper base, Silver gelatin print, Black & White
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Classification
Manufacturing & industry, Fishing, sealing & whaling, Processing
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
12.2 cm (Width), 11.4 cm (Height)
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Keywords
Antarctic Exploration, Antarctic Research, Antarctica, Expeditions, Whales
