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HMS Erebus passing through the chain of bergs, 1842, 19th century (oil on canvas)
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HMS Erebus passing through the chain of bergs, 1842, 19th century (oil on canvas)
7295341 HMS Erebus passing through the chain of bergs, 1842, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Beechey, Richard Bridges (1808-95); 78.8x111.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Admiral Richard Brydges Beechey
This painting captures a dramatic scene from Rear-Admiral Sir James Clark Ross's Antarctic expedition of 1839-1843. Ross was given command of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror to carry out a magnetic survey in the Antarctic region. The expedition resulted in various discoveries, including the area subsequently known as the Ross Ice Barrier.
The two ships collided on the March 12, 1842, which crippled the Erebus's masts, the latter escaped the life-threatening gales of a storm by moving into a narrow channel in the chain of bergs. The crew could just make out the Terror's light, reassuring them of their fellow sailors safety, when they experienced the natural phenomenon of what they believed to be the Aurora australis. The appearance of the bright light marks the end of the peril and in the narrative is followed by a reference to a collective prayer.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This oil on canvas painting by Admiral Richard Brydges Beechey depicts the HMS 'Erebus' passing through a chain of icebergs during Rear-Admiral Sir James Clark Ross's Antarctic expedition in 1842. The scene captures the tense moment when the 'Erebus' narrowly escaped disaster after colliding with another ship, leaving its masts crippled.
As the crew navigated through the treacherous waters, they found refuge in a narrow channel among the towering bergs. In the distance, they could see the reassuring light of their companion ship, HMS 'Terror', signaling safety amidst the stormy seas.
The painting beautifully conveys both the danger and resilience of these brave sailors as they faced nature's wrath in one of Earth's most unforgiving environments. The ethereal glow of what is believed to be Aurora Australis adds an otherworldly element to this harrowing tale.
Through Beechey's skilled brushwork, we are transported back to a time of exploration and discovery, where men risked their lives in search of scientific knowledge. This artwork serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring spirit and our quest for understanding the mysteries that lie beyond our reach.
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