Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc, France, Victorian period

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Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc, France, Victorian period

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

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Mer de Glace, Mont Blanc, France: A Vintage Glimpse into the Victorian Era This photograph, hailing from the esteemed Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to the late 19th century and the enchanting beauty of the Mer de Glace glacier in Mont Blanc, France. The Mer de Glace, or 'Sea of Ice,' is Europe's largest glacier, nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest peak in the Alps. This photograph, taken during the Victorian period, showcases the breathtaking expanse of the glacier, its icy surface shimmering in the sunlight, and the intricate crevasses that crisscross its surface, a testament to the raw power and majesty of nature. The scene is further enhanced by the inclusion of a Victorian-era lantern slide, a popular form of entertainment during the late 1800s. The lantern slide, with its glass casing, adds an old-world charm to the photograph, transporting us back to a time when travel was an adventure and the natural world was a source of endless wonder and fascination. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the Edwardian era, with the elegant dresses and hats of the women in the background, suggesting a leisurely excursion to the Alps for a spot of sightseeing and relaxation. The image is a poignant reminder of the past, a vintage snapshot of a bygone era, and a celebration of the enduring allure of nature and the human spirit's insatiable desire to explore and document it.

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