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The Perilous situation of H.M.S. Investigator, while wintering in the pack in 1850-51... Dedicated to Capt. McClure... 1850 (lithograph, coloured)
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The Perilous situation of H.M.S. Investigator, while wintering in the pack in 1850-51... Dedicated to Capt. McClure... 1850 (lithograph, coloured)
7295756 The Perilous situation of H.M.S. Investigator, while wintering in the pack in 1850-51... Dedicated to Capt. McClure... 1850 (lithograph, coloured) by Inglefield, Admiral Edward Augustus (1820-94); 55x82.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: after Cresswell,s Gurney, Lt; Admiral Sir Edward Augustus Inglefield
The Perilous situation of H.M.S. Investigator, while wintering in the pack in 1850-51... Dedicated to Capt. McClure...); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph, titled "The Perilous situation of H.M.S. 'Investigator', while wintering in the pack in 1850-51... Dedicated to Capt. McClure..." by Admiral Edward Augustus Inglefield, transports us back to a moment of great danger and uncertainty during an Arctic expedition in the mid-19th century.
The image depicts the HMS Investigator trapped amidst towering icebergs and frozen waters, highlighting the harsh conditions faced by explorers seeking new frontiers. The ship's crew must have endured extreme cold temperatures and isolation as they braved the unforgiving Arctic landscape during their winter stay.
As we gaze upon this scene, we are reminded of the bravery and resilience of Captain McClure and his crew who risked their lives in pursuit of discovery. The vivid colors used in this lithograph bring to life the icy blues and whites of the Arctic environment, creating a sense of both beauty and peril.
This artwork serves as a testament to human ambition and perseverance in the face of nature's challenges. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by early explorers who pushed beyond known boundaries in search of knowledge and adventure.
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