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View of Spitsbergen with The Dorothea (colour engraving)
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View of Spitsbergen with The Dorothea (colour engraving)
STC109080 View of Spitsbergen with The Dorothea (colour engraving) by Fumagalli, Paolo (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seeking the Northwest Passage; British Voyage to Spitzbergen, 1818; Commanders John Ross and David Buchan; caught in ice off Spitzbergen; British naval expedition; ); The Stapleton Collection; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23369756
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
1818 Arctic Circle Bear Bears Clubbing Expedition Exploring Iceberg Icebergs Norway Polar Seal Seals Spitzbergen Walrus Svalbard
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This print titled "View of Spitsbergen with The Dorothea" takes us back to the 19th century, capturing a momentous British naval expedition in search of the elusive Northwest Passage. The engraving, skillfully crafted by Paolo Fumagalli, showcases the breathtaking beauty and treacherous nature of this Arctic landscape. Commanders John Ross and David Buchan find themselves caught amidst towering ice formations off the coast of Spitzbergen, Norway. Their ship, The Dorothea, stands resiliently against the frozen backdrop as they navigate through icy waters. A seal basks lazily on an iceberg nearby while walruses gracefully swim in the frigid sea. In their quest for exploration and discovery, these brave explorers encounter polar bears roaming across snow-covered terrain. With rifles in hand, they engage in hunting expeditions to sustain their mission's needs amidst this harsh environment. The image transports us into a world untouched by modern civilization; it is a glimpse into an era where survival depended on wit and resilience against unforgiving elements. This engraving not only captures a historical moment but also celebrates the wild beauty of Svalbard's arctic circle. As we admire this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' Stapleton Collection, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity that drives us to explore even the most remote corners of our planet – seeking knowledge and pushing boundaries along our journey through time.
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