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The Glacier des Bossons, Chamonix, 1786, (1946). Creator: John Warwick Smith
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The Glacier des Bossons, Chamonix, 1786, (1946). Creator: John Warwick Smith
The Glacier des Bossons, Chamonix, 1786, (1946). View of the Bossons Glacier, part of the Mont Blanc in the Alps, south-eastern France. Drawing in the British Museum, London. From " British Mountaineers", by F. S. Smythe. [Collins, London, 1946]
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This print showcases "The Glacier des Bossons, Chamonix, 1786" by John Warwick Smith. The image takes us back to the breathtaking landscape of the Mont Blanc in the Alps, located in south-eastern France. The glacier is beautifully captured with its icy expanse and towering mountain range in the background. Smith's drawing, housed in the British Museum, London, was featured in F. S. Smythe's book "British Mountaineers" published by Collins in 1946. This piece of art not only depicts a geographical feature but also holds historical significance as it represents an eighteenth-century view of this majestic location. The color palette used adds depth and realism to the watercolor landscape. It transports viewers to a different era while showcasing nature's grandeur that has remained unchanged for centuries. "The Glacier des Bossons" serves as a reminder of Britain's fascination with mountains and exploration during the mid-twentieth century when mountaineering gained popularity among adventurers like Francis Sydney Smythe and Frank S. Smythe. This print offers a glimpse into both social history and natural beauty simultaneously—a testament to John Warwick Smith's talent as an artist capturing landscapes that continue to inspire awe today.
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