George Marston Collection

The Endurance Crushed in the Ice of the Weddell Sea, October 1915, (oil on canvas)
990895 The Endurance Crushed in the Ice of the Weddell Sea, October 1915, (oil on canvas) by Marston, George (1882-1940); 56.6x76.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Group of the Shore Party at the Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
A Group of the Shore Party at the Winter Quarters. [Standing (from left): Joyce, Day, Wild, Adams, Brocklehurst, Shackleton, Marshall, David, Armitage, Marston

Return of the Penguins, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
Return of the Penguins, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Autumn Sunset, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Autumn Sunset, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Midwinters Day Feast, June 1908, (1909). The midwinter feast at the Nimrod Hut, Cape Royds. Ernest Shackleton is at the head of the table

The Reeling Berg, April 1916, (oil on canvas)
990896 The Reeling Berg, April 1916, (oil on canvas) by Marston, George (1882-1940); 71.1x127 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reeling Berg, April 1916. George Marston (1882-1940)

The Emperors Conclave, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Emperors Conclave, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

A Paraselene, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
A Paraselene, c1908, (1909). Bright circular spot on a lunar halo caused by the refraction of moonlight by ice crystals in clouds

The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Bay of Whales, or Balloon Bight, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
Bay of Whales, or Balloon Bight, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

New Coast-Line West of Cape North, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
New Coast-Line West of Cape North, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

A Blizzard on the Barrier, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
A Blizzard on the Barrier, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Returning Sun, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Returning Sun, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Dreadnought, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Dreadnought, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

A Quiet Evening on the Barrier, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
A Quiet Evening on the Barrier, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Full Moon in the Winter, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
Full Moon in the Winter, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Marston Trying to Revive Memories of Other Days, c1908, (1909). George Marston (1882-1940) the expedition artist, entertains his colleagues

Marston in his Bed, c1908, (1909). George Marston (1882-1940) the expedition artist, reading with a candle balanced on the side of his head

The Nimrod Returns, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Nimrod Returns, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Aurora Australis. c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Aurora Australis. c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Exercising the Dogs, 1936. George Marston leading the dogs down on to the floe from the Endurance. Shackleton is standing on the platform overlooking the gangway

Shackletons ship, the Nimrod, in McMurdo Sound, (1909), 1912. Artist: George Marston
Shackletons ship, the nimrod, among the ice in McMurdo Sound, the winter land quarters of the British Antarctic Expedition. Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922), British explorer, Antarctica, 1909

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George Marston was a talented artist and member of the famous Shackleton Antarctic Expedition. His artworks captured the beauty and harshness of the icy landscapes, providing a glimpse into the challenging life of explorers in Antarctica. In "A Group of the Shore Party at Winter Quarters, " Marston portrays camaraderie among his fellow expedition members, showcasing their resilience in facing extreme conditions. Similarly, "The Autumn Sunset" depicts a breathtaking scene as sunlight bathes the frozen landscape with warm hues. Marston's painting titled "Return of the Penguins" showcases these adorable creatures waddling back to their nesting grounds after a long journey at sea. It highlights their determination and adaptability in surviving this unforgiving environment. "The Midwinters Day Feast" captures an important celebration during their stay, where they gather together to enjoy food and festivities amidst isolation. This artwork reflects how they found joy even in such challenging circumstances. However, not all moments were filled with joy. In "The Endurance Crushed in the Ice of Weddell Sea, " Marston immortalizes one of history's most dramatic events – when their ship was trapped and eventually crushed by ice. The painting evokes feelings of despair but also serves as a testament to human endurance against nature's forces. Marston also depicted natural phenomena like "The Reeling Berg, " illustrating massive chunks of ice breaking away from glaciers with immense force. Another captivating piece is "A Paraselene, " capturing an atmospheric optical phenomenon known as moon dogs or mock suns that occur due to ice crystals suspended in air. His artistry extended beyond landscapes; he painted scenes depicting daily life on expeditions too. In "The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, " Marston shows brave explorers navigating treacherous crevasses while resupplying essential provisions for survival.