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Erebus and Terror in the Pack Ice, from The Gallery of Geography
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Erebus and Terror in the Pack Ice, from The Gallery of Geography
KW188565 Erebus and Terror in the Pack Ice, from The Gallery of Geography by Rev. Thomas Milner, published c.1880 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12749128
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Arctic Capsized Cliff Cliffs Crag Dashed Floes Frozen Icebergs Ocean Shipwreck Shipwrecked Sinking Storm Stormy Wreck
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This print titled "Erebus and Terror in the Pack Ice, from The Gallery of Geography" takes us back to a treacherous moment in maritime history. Captured by an unknown English artist in the 19th century, this engraving depicts a scene of chaos and despair amidst the frozen Arctic landscape. The image showcases two ships, Erebus and Terror, battling against nature's fury as they navigate through dense pack ice. The stormy sea surrounds them with towering icebergs and jagged cliffs that threaten their very existence. It is evident that these vessels are on the brink of disaster, capsized and sinking under the weight of their ill-fated journey. The frozen floes serve as a haunting reminder of the harsh reality faced by explorers who dared to venture into uncharted territories. As we gaze upon this print, we can almost feel the bone-chilling coldness seeping through our veins while imagining ourselves caught in this perilous situation. This artwork serves as a testament to both human resilience and Mother Nature's unforgiving power. It invites us to reflect on mankind's insatiable thirst for discovery, even at great personal cost. As we admire this piece from afar, let us remember those brave souls who risked everything for knowledge and adventure on Ross's Antarctic Voyage - forever immortalized within these lines etched onto paper centuries ago.
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