Framed Print : Tibet, Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier, Mallory Expedition
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Tibet, Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier, Mallory Expedition
Ice Caverns on the Rongbuk Glacier located in the Himalaya of southern Tibet. The English climber George Mallory first explored the main Rongbuk Valley and its glacier while searching for possible routes to the summit of Mount Everest during the first British Everest reconnaissance expedition of 1921. This photograph dates from Mallorys expedition in 1922, the photographer was Captain John Morris, who was tone of the groups translators and involved in organisational tasks. This was the first mountaineering expedition with the express aim of making the first ascent of the worlds highest peak. After two unsuccessful summit attempts the expedition ended on the third attempt when seven porters died as the result of a group-induced avalanche. Date: 1922
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Cavern Caverns Feb16 Glacial Glacier Himalaya Himalayan Himalayas Mallory Morris Southern Tibet Tibetan Translator 1922 Rongbuk
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Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Himalayas with our Framed Print of "Tibet, Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier, Mallory Expedition." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey to the icy caverns of Rongbuk Glacier in southern Tibet. English climber George Mallory is known for his early exploration of the main Rongbuk Valley. Bring this breathtaking scene into your home or office with our high-quality framed print, a perfect addition to any space for nature lovers and mountaineering enthusiasts.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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This evocative photograph captures the enigmatic beauty of the Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier in southern Tibet, a breathtaking sight first discovered during the historic 1921 British Everest reconnaissance expedition led by George Mallory. The image, taken by Captain John Morris during Mallory's 1922 expedition, showcases the mesmerizing ice formations nestled within the Rongbuk Valley, part of the majestic Himalayas. Mallory, an English climber, was the first to explore the main Rongbuk Valley and its glacier in search of potential routes to the summit of Mount Everest. This photograph, taken a year later, offers a glimpse into the awe-inspiring landscape that captivated the imaginations of mountaineers and adventurers alike. Captain John Morris, one of the expedition's translators and organizational taskmasters, captured this image as part of the team's efforts to document their journey. Despite two unsuccessful summit attempts, the expedition ended tragically on the third attempt when seven porters lost their lives due to a group-induced avalanche. The Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier remain a testament to the enduring allure of the Himalayas and the spirit of exploration that drives us to venture into the unknown. This photograph, a relic of a bygone era, invites us to reflect on the past and ponder the mysteries that still lie hidden within the icy depths of the Himalayas.
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