Home > Popular Themes > Geological
Franz Josef Fjord and Peterman Mountain, Greenland
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Franz Josef Fjord and Peterman Mountain, Greenland
View of the Franz Josef Fjord (named after the Emperor who helped to fund an expedition there) and the Peterman Mountain, with glacier, in north eastern Greenland. Date: circa 1870
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 20141025
© Bubblepunk
Cold Fjord Franz Geological Geology Glacier Greenland Josef Rocks Peterman Petermann
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images July 2020
> North America
> Greenland
> Related Images
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, believed to date back to the late 1870s, showcases the breathtaking beauty of Franz Josef Fjord and Peterman Mountain in northeastern Greenland. Named after Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria, who provided financial support for an expedition to explore this remote and uncharted region, the fjord is a testament to the power and majesty of nature. The photograph reveals the icy expanse of the fjord, its crystal-clear waters reflecting the towering peaks and glaciers that surround it. At the heart of the image, the Peterman Mountain stands proudly, its rugged, snow-capped peaks reaching towards the sky. The mountain's interior is a mystery, its geological secrets hidden beneath its icy exterior. The glacier, a massive accumulation of snow and ice, stretches out from the mountain, its crevasses and blue ice revealing the intricate patterns and movements of the ever-changing landscape. The frigid air, filled with the crisp scent of snow and ice, would have been a stark contrast to the warm, bustling expedition camps that once dotted the shoreline. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the world was still largely unexplored and the wonders of the natural world were waiting to be discovered. The harsh, unforgiving beauty of the landscape, with its towering mountains, icy fjords, and vast expanses of snow and ice, continues to captivate and inspire us today, reminding us of the power and majesty of nature and the importance of exploration and discovery.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
