Antarctic Collection (page 5)

Antarctic Krill - Shoal JPF33824
JPF-9387 Antarctic Krill Shoal Euphausia superba crustacea Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penquins - Walking on snow and tobogganing over sea ice - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
CK-4277 Emperor Penquins - Walking on snow and tobogganing over sea ice Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

D urville / Astrolabe
The corvette Astrolabe caught among icebergs in the Antarctic. Dumont D Urville and his crew attempt to release her - which they do

Ernest Shackleton, British explorer, c1909. Portrait of Shackleton (1874-1922) from his book The Heart of the Antarctic, an account of his expedition of 1908-1909 on board the Nimrod

Cephalodiscus species
Plate 5 from British Antarctic Expedition 1910 -13 (Terra Nova): Zoology. Vol. IV, (1918) NO. 2. Cephalodiscus. By W. G. Ridewood, D.Sc. Pp. 11-82 : 12 textfigures, 5 plates and a map. 1918, 4to

A very gallant gentleman, 1913 (oil on canvas)
XCF276497 A very gallant gentleman, 1913 (oil on canvas) by Dollman, John Charles (1851-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain L.E.G Oates from the 6th Inniskilling Dragoons; ); English

First year sea ice and brash ice near Petermann Island, western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Kodak jar with pebbles from Emperor Penguin (Aptenodytes for
Kodak jar with pebbles from emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) stomach Collected by Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Basalt bomb
Geological specimen collected by Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition. It had a broad scientific programme and collected thousands of geological

Meteorite in Antarctica
A large meteorite found in the MacAlpine Hills, Antarctica in 1988

Basket Sleigh - Byrds Antarctic Expedition
Basket Sleigh from Rear Admiral Richard Evelyn Byrd, Jrs 3rd Antarctic Expedition of 1940. Photograph taken during preparations for his trip, which had received official US backing

Penguin breeding colony research, with researchers and photographers in the background. Located at St Andrews Bay, this is the largest breeding colony of king penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua), Cuverville Island, Antarctic peninsula

Gentoo Penguin - with chicks
JPF-8768 GENTOO PENGUIN - adult and young Antarctic Peninsula Pygoscelis papua Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penguins - group, one jumping off ice. Antarctic
AU-83-GR EMPEROR PENGUINS - group, one jumping off ice Antarctic Aptenodytes forsteri Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mr Bernacchi at work
Mr Bernacchi, a member of the British 1901-4 polar expedition, at work with an electrometer

Herbert Ponting (1870 - 1935), photographer best known for capturing the ill-fated Scott expedition to the South Pole, 1910 - 1913, pictured in his Antarctic kit in January 1912

Lieutenant (Sir) Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922), Antarctic explorer. In the year this photograph was taken he and three companions established a record for reaching the farthest southern point

Members of 1914 Antarctic expedition
Six members of the British expedition to Antarctica in 1914, with Sir Ernest Shackleton far left

Iceberg, Dumont d Urville, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Shags on Petersmann Island, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Glacier near Vernadsky Research Station, Antarctic Penisula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Chinstrap penguin, Hannah Point, Livingstone Island, South Shetland Islands, Polar Regions

Antarctica JPF 12193 Oates Land, Admiralty Mountains. © Jean Paul Ferrero / ARDEA LONDON
JPF-12193 Antarctica - Oates Land, Admiralty Mountains. Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Chinstrap Penguin FG 7090 Pygoscells antarctica © Francois Gohier / ARDEA LONDON
FG-7090 Chinstrap PENGUIN - Pygoscells antarctica Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11358 Emperor Penguin - colony. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penguin - Adult with young at feet. Snow hill island Antarctica
WAT-10875 Emperor Penguin - Adult with young at feet. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Chinstrap Penguin - Coming ashore South Orkneys, Antarctica BI007618. tif
COS-1748 Chinstrap Penguin - Coming ashore South Orkneys, Antarctica Pygoscelis antarctica Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Gerlache Strait, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Gentoo penguins and Anvers Island in background, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Looking east to west coast of Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Aircraft on the ground in a blizzard, Antarctica

Chinstrap Penguin
JPF-8598 Chinstrap Penguins - jumping off blue iceberg Pygoscelis antarctica Jean Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Emperor Penguin - chick walking across ice. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11330 Emperor Penguin - chick walking across ice Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin - Adult with young. Snow hill island Antarctica
WAT-10870 Emperor Penguin - Adult with young Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Antarctic Prion - In flight over sea Antarctic Ocean around South Georgia BI008492
COS-1715 Antarctic Prion - In flight over sea Antarctic Ocean around South Georgia Pachyptila desolata Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Ponting in Antarctic
Herbert Ponting (1871-1935) with his camera in the Antarctic : he accompanies Scotts expedition as official photographer and produces a spectacular photo record

Antarctic Iceberg / 1895
A ship in the Antarctic is dwarfed by icebergs

R F Scott [F. W. ]
ROBERT FALCON SCOTT Antarctic explorer

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) group walking, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

E H Shackleton, Dr Edward Wilson and Mr Hartley Ferrar (the Geologist) in harness to the sledge
7295418 E H Shackleton, Dr Edward Wilson and Mr Hartley Ferrar (the Geologist) in harness to the sledge. From album by Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton entitled National Antarctic Expedition (1901-1903)

A group photograph of Shackleton, Captain Scott, and Dr Wilson on their return to Discovery from the attempt to reach
7295416 A group photograph of Shackleton, Captain Scott, and Dr Wilson on their return to Discovery from the attempt to reach the South Pole

Capt. L.E.G. Oates Exercising a Siberian Pony on the Sea-ice off Cape Evans, 1916 (card)
7295712 Capt. L.E.G. Oates Exercising a Siberian Pony on the Sea-ice off Cape Evans, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures, 1916 (card)
7295708 Staff-Paymaster Francis Drake, Secretary and Ship's Meteorologist, Taking Sea-temperatures, 1916 (card) by British School, (20th century) ; 3.6x6.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Stuffed Emperor Penguin model, 1901-04 (bird skin, feathers)
7295696 Stuffed Emperor Penguin model, 1901-04 (bird skin, feathers) by Wilson, Edward Adrian (1872-1912); 102.9x49.5x49.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Stuffed Emperor Penguin model, 1901-04 (bird skin, feathers)
7295693 Stuffed Emperor Penguin model, 1901-04 (bird skin, feathers) by Wilson, Edward Adrian (1872-1912); 102.9x49.5x49.2 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The Discovery of the Antarctic Land from National Antarctic Expedition photo album, 1901-03 (b/w photo)
7295660 The Discovery of the Antarctic Land from National Antarctic Expedition photo album, 1901-03 (b/w photo) by Shackleton, Ernest Henry (1874-1922); 7.8x10.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

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"Exploring the Untamed Beauty: A Glimpse into Antarctica's Rich History" The Apollo 17 photograph of the whole earth showcases the mesmerizing view of Antarctica, a land untouched and enigmatic. Captain Robert Falcon Scott, known for his daring expeditions, even made an appearance in a Frys Cocoa advert, showcasing his adventurous spirit to the world. The Endurance expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton faced unimaginable challenges as their ship was trapped in ice, yet their resilience became synonymous with Antarctic exploration. Oronce Fine's world map from 1531 provides us with one of the earliest depictions of this icy continent that has captivated explorers throughout history. Witnessing Emperor Penguins brooding their chicks in the Weddell Sea reminds us of nature's remarkable ability to thrive even in extreme conditions. Sledging through treacherous terrains during Edward Wilson's iconic journey in 1911 reveals both the determination and hardships faced by early explorers like Captain Scott. In Captain Scott's workshop on board Terra Nova, we catch a glimpse of meticulous preparations undertaken before embarking on perilous journeys into uncharted territories. Snow Hill Island becomes witness to heartwarming scenes as Emperor Penguin adults diligently care for their adorable chicks amidst harsh Antarctic winters. Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton stands tall among polar explorers who pushed boundaries and left an indelible mark on our understanding of this icy wonderland. Captured alongside fellow adventurers, Sir Ernest Shackleton exudes leadership and camaraderie while embodying the spirit that defines Antarctic exploration. Amundsen's Tent at South Pole immortalizes January 1912 when Roald Amundsen reached this coveted destination first—a testament to human ambition and endurance against all odds. Shackleton Portrait encapsulates his unwavering determination and resilience, inspiring generations to embrace the spirit of exploration and discovery.