Breaking up of the ice, Arctic, c. 1849
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Breaking up of the ice, Arctic, c. 1849
Engraving of an imaginary scene showing a British Arctic expedition in the Arctic, c.1849. The engraving shows a group of men standing on the rapidly breaking up ice pack, with their ship in the background. This image was created in order to give the readers of the Illustrated London News an idea of the conditions that the Franklin and Ross expeditions of the 1840s might encounter in the Arctic
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This engraving from the mid-19th century transports us to the treacherous Arctic waters, where a British expedition is facing the daunting task of navigating through rapidly breaking ice. The scene depicts a group of men standing on the unstable ice pack, with their ship looming in the background. Created as an imaginative representation of what explorers like Franklin and Ross might have encountered during their expeditions in the 1840s, this historical image was originally published in the Illustrated London News.
The detailed engraving gives viewers a glimpse into the harsh conditions and challenges that these brave explorers had to overcome in their quest for discovery. The sense of urgency and danger is palpable as the ice begins to crack beneath their feet, emphasizing the precarious nature of Arctic exploration.
As we gaze upon this evocative print, we are reminded of the courage and determination exhibited by those who ventured into uncharted territories in search of knowledge and adventure. It serves as a poignant reminder of both the perils and triumphs that define humanity's relentless pursuit of exploration and discovery.
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