Slopes Collection (page 22)

Ice Grotto - Eiger Glacier
An Ice grotto cut into glacier on the lower slopes of the Eiger Mountain, Switzerland

Winter lake with mountains
A view toward a snow-capped peak across a cold wintery lake. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Mountain fir tree forest
A light, atmospheric view of mountains seen through the green silhouettes of fir trees on the lower slopes. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

The Bystander Winter Sports Number front cover
Front cover of The Bystander designed by Dugo showing some enterprising skiiers being pulled up the piste by some horses, much to the annoyance of their fellow holidaymakers

Ups-a Daisy
A sensible provision now made on some of the nursery slopes, whereby the plump skier may, with the minimum of effort, regain his or her feet after a fall

Bulgaria - Borovets - bringing home fruit
Bulgaria - Borovets - Women return home with baskets of berries. Borovets is now a popular Bulgarian ski resort

Toda People - Ooty, India
Toda People and their distinctive huts from Ooty, short for Ootacamund (sometimes abbreviated to Udhagai Tamil). A town and municipality (and the district capital)

Tatler Winter Sports Number 1954
Lovely 1950s illustration by David Judd for the front cover of The Tatlers Winter Sports Number, showing a lone female skiier arriving at a quaint looking chalet on the ski slopes

Ski-ing streamline
A contrasting ski outfit from Jaeger. The tough looking, loose-fitting wool sweater, with its ribbed knit and roll collar, and the tailored ski-pants of black barathea produce an ensemble that

Skiing in St Moritz
Robert Sweeney; the Hon. Mrs Janet Campbell, Lord Beaverbrooks daughter; and Sir Philip Sassoon on the ski slopes at St Moritz, Switzerland

Hermit living on Mount Vesuvius
Highly likely to be two slices short of a toaster, this hermit has decided to live on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius in Italy!

Christmassy Ski Outfit
A Christmassy young woman dressed in a Santa Clause style skiing outfit. Behind her a fellow skier is pulled up the slopes behind a horse

On The Slopes At Sunset
An winter scene showing silhouettes of skiers skiing downhill

Winter lake with mountains with Snowy Owl
A view toward a snow-capped peak across a cold wintery lake. A snowy Owl has been added to th border framing the scene. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Mountain farm in County Mayo, Ireland
Sketch from Ireland showing the harrowing difficulty of cultivating on a mountain farm in County Mayo. A peasant man and woman use a horse in their attempts to plough the rocky slopes

Sir Henry Morton Stanley and his followers hauling canoes up
Engraving showing the local followers of Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904) hauling their canoes up the slopes around the Inkisi Falls, during his 1874 expedition to Central Africa

Welsh Mountain Scenery
This wonderful North Welsh mountain scene was taken from near the summit of Snowdon. Note the mountain railway winding up the steep slopes

Montmartre Defences
The Communards establish their position on the slopes of the Butte de Montmartre where Sacre-Coeur stands today

Israel Mount Hermon
Located on the Lebanon border, the southern slopes are under Israeli control

Tagoudiche Berber village on slopes of Jebel Lekst, near Tafraoute, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Beginners slopes under mountain scenery at Shijinglong ski resort, Beijing, China, Asia

A ski lift taking skiers up to the slopes at Shijinglong ski resort, Beijing, China, Asia

Partially buried buildings on the ski slopes in front of the Schreckhorn mountain, 4078m, Grindelwald, Jungfrau region, Bernese Oberland, Swiss Alps, Switzerland, Europe

Mesaverde Sandstone cliff over gullied slopes of grey Mancos Shale, resulting from river erosion, Hanksville, Utah, USA

New Zealand - spectacular scenery of glacial valley with snow capped mountains
MAB-608 New Zealand - spectacular scenery of glacial valley with snow capped mountains and forested slopes in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park Surrounded by snow covered mountains this spectacular

Social / Romania Children
Two young children collect flowers on the high slopes of a mountain in Romania

Up Vesuvius by Rail
Negotiating the lava flow on the upper slopes of Vesuvius was an exhausting business until this funicular was constructed in the 1880s, commemorated in popular song

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"Slopes: Where Nature and Adventure Converge" Embark on a journey through the enchanting world of slopes, where tales from Wind in Willows and Rat Snow come alive. Picture yourself gliding down ski slopes above Lech near St. Anton am Arlberg in the midst of winter's embrace, surrounded by the breathtaking Austrian Alps. Witness a captivating scene as a flock of feral Kashmir Goats stands proudly on a limestone headland, overseeing the picturesque coastline and town below. It's nature's masterpiece at its finest. Travel back in time with Tatler front cover from their Winter Sports Number 1956, capturing the essence of elegance and thrill that defined an era. Feel the adrenaline rush as you explore Bingham Canyon Copper Mine or Kennecott Mine - colossal wonders carved into Earth's crust. Immerse yourself in history with Scott Polar Expedition 1910-1912 atop Mount Erebus, where brave explorers conquered icy peaks amidst unforgiving conditions. Experience winter sports like never before in France, indulging your senses amidst stunning landscapes that have enchanted generations. Transport yourself to ancient Rome at Circus Maximus, envisioning chariots racing along slopes packed with spectators cheering for their favorite heroes. Witness skiers gracefully navigating Argentiere Glacier in Chamonix, France - a true testament to human resilience against nature's might. Discover Algiers' waterfront boulevards bustling with life while gazing upon magnificent slopes overlooking sparkling waters - an exquisite blend of modernity and natural beauty. Journey to Costa Rica's La Fortuna region where Arenal Volcano looms majestically over lush greenery; here you'll find adventure around every corner. Finally, join a fox hunting party amidst Newlands' scenic backdrop in Keswick within Lake District Cumbria – an age-old tradition celebrated among rolling hills and pristine slopes. Slopes offer more than just physical challenges.