Cecil H Collection

Captain Fox, (1919). Creator: Unknown
Captain Fox, (1919). Portrait of Cecil Henry Fox (1873-1963), British Rear-Admiral in the Royal Navy, who was in command of HMS Amphion when she hit a German mine and sank on 6 August 1914

Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in the Stables, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in the Stables, 1911, (1913). Captain Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) and dog-team driver Cecil Meares cooking seal blubber to feed the sledge dogs

C. H. Meares and Osman, The Leader of the Dogs, 28 August 1911, (1913). Artist
C. H. Meares and Osman, The Leader of the Dogs, 1913. Chief dog-handler Cecil Meares (1877-1937) with his dog Osman. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott

Oates and Meares Out Ski-Ing in the Night, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Oates and Meares Out Ski-Ing in the Night, c1911, (1913). Captain Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) and dog-team driver Cecil Meares on skis

Meares and Demetri with Their Dog Teams Leaving Hut Point, c1911, (1913). Artist
Meares and Demetri with Their Dog Teams Leaving Hut Point, c1911, (1913). Dog handlers Cecil Meares and Dmitrii Gerof (or Girev)

C. H. Meares, January 1912, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
C. H. Meares - Some Members Of The Supporting Parties As They Appeared On Their Return From The Polar Journey, January 1912, (1913). Chief dog-handler Cecil Meares (1877-1937)

Captain Scotts Last Birthday Dinner, 6 Jun 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain Scotts Last Birthday Dinner, 6 Jun 1911, (1913). Celebrating expedition leader Robert F Scotts 43rd birthday, left to right: Atkinson, Meares, Cherry-Garrard, Oates (standing), Taylor

Meares and Demetri at the Blubber Stove in the Discovery Hut, 3 November 1911, (1913). Dog handlers Cecil Meares, smoking a pipe, and Dmitrii Gerof (or Girev), in the Discovery hut at Hut Point

The Main Party at Cape Evans After The Winter, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Main Party at Cape Evans After The Winter, 1911, (1913). Mr. Taylor. Mr. Cherry-Garrard. Mr. Day. Mr. Nelson. Lieut. Evans. Capt. Oates. Dr. Atkinson. Capt. Scott. Mr. Wright. Lieut. Gran

Meares and Demetri at Discovery Hut, 4 November 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Meares and Demetri at Discovery Hut, 4 November 1911, (1913). Discovery hut and the gap. Chief dog-handler Cecil Meares (1877-1937) and dog-driver Dmitrii Semenovich Girev (1889-1932)

Oates and Meares at the Blubber Stove in the Stables, Antarctica, 1911. Artist
Oates and Meares at the Blubber Stove in the Stables, Antarctica, 1911. Two of the members of Captain Scotts Terra Nova South Pole expedtion

Cecil H Meares, a member of Captain Scotts Antarctic expedition, 1910-1913. Artist
Cecil H Meares, a member of Captain Scotts Antarctic expedition, 1910-1913

Members of Captain Scotts Antarctic expedition, 1910-1913. Artist: Herbert Ponting
Members of Captain Scotts Antarctic expedition, 1910-1913. Four members of the Terra Nova expedition to the South Pole. Charless Wright, Bernard C Day, Cecil H Meares and Petty Officer Patrick Keohane

A young Mende girl, Eastern Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
A young Mende girl, Eastern Sierra Leone, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Bundu girls, whitewashed, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
Bundu girls, whitewashed, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Bundu devil dancers, Sierra Leone, 1912. Artist: Cecil H Firmin
Bundu devil dancers, Sierra Leone, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

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Cecil H, a member of Captain Scott's Antarctic expedition from 1910 to 1913, was captured in various captivating moments throughout his journey. In the painting "Captain Fox" by an unknown creator in 1919, Cecil H is portrayed as a fearless leader, commanding respect and admiration from his fellow explorers. Another artwork titled "Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in the Stables" showcases their camaraderie and warmth amidst the harsh conditions they faced in 1911. Herbert Ponting beautifully captures Cecil H alongside Osman, The Leader of the Dogs on August 28th, 1911. This piece portrays their deep connection with nature and highlights their reliance on these loyal companions during their treacherous expeditions. Ponting's masterpiece "Oates and Meares Out Ski-Ing in the Night" transports us to a moonlit winter wonderland where Cecil H fearlessly glides through icy terrains alongside Oates. The artist perfectly encapsulates their determination and resilience against all odds. In another breathtaking artwork named "Meares and Demetri with Their Dog Teams Leaving Hut Point, " we witness Cecil H embarking on yet another daring adventure with his trusted partner Demetri. Together they navigate through unforgiving landscapes while relying on each other for support. Ponting's portrayal alone in January 1912 reveals his contemplative side as he reflects upon the challenges faced during this extraordinary expedition, and is evident that despite hardships endured, his spirit remains unbroken. The painting titled "Captain Scott's Last Birthday Dinner" immortalizes an emotional moment shared among comrades as they celebrate Captain Scott's birthday on June 6th, 1911. In this poignant scene depicted by Herbert Ponting, we see Cecil H paying tribute to their leader amidst uncertain times.