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The Look Out from Cape George Russell, engraved by R
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The Look Out from Cape George Russell, engraved by R
KW282165 The Look Out from Cape George Russell, engraved by R. Hinshelwood, from Arctic Explorations in the Years 1853, 54, 55, Volume I, by Doctor Elisha Kent Kane (1820-57) published Philadelphia, 1856 (litho) by Hamilton, James (1819-78) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: after a sketch by Dr Kane; Kane was a medical officer in US Navy; member of two failed Arctic expeditions to rescue the explorer John Franklin; ); Ken Welsh; American, out of copyright
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The Look Out from Cape George Russell - A Glimpse into Arctic Exploration
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. This photo print, titled "The Look Out from Cape George Russell" takes us on a visual journey to the vast and icy landscapes of the Arctic. Engraved by R. Hinshelwood and based on a sketch by Dr Elisha Kent Kane, this image is part of the renowned volume "Arctic Explorations in the Years 1853,54,55". Dr Kane, an American surgeon and member of two failed expeditions to rescue explorer John Franklin, provides us with a unique perspective into the challenges faced by polar explorers during that era. The scene depicts a team of sled dogs pulling their sledge across the frozen tundra as they navigate through treacherous terrain. The arctic landscape stretches out before our eyes in all its breathtaking beauty and unforgiving harshness. The towering cliffs of Cape George Russell serve as both a vantage point for observation and a reminder of nature's formidable power. As we gaze upon this remarkable lithograph created by James Hamilton in Philadelphia in 1856, we are transported back to an era when intrepid individuals risked their lives to uncover new frontiers. This private collection piece not only captures the essence of polar exploration but also pays homage to those who dedicated themselves to unraveling the mysteries hidden within these icy realms. Let this image be a testament to human curiosity and resilience while reminding us of our duty to preserve these fragile
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