Ernest Henry Shackleton Collection (#4)

Mount Erebus... The Old Crater on the Left, c1908, (1909)
Mount Erebus as Seen from the Winter Quarters, The Old Crater on the Left, and the Active Cone Rising on the Right, c1908, (1909)

A Freshwater Lake near Cape Barne, c1908, (1909)
A Freshwater Lake near Cape Barne, Frozen to a Depth of Twenty Feet. Rotifers wrere found in this Lake, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922)

Cape Barne. The Pillar in the Right Foreground is Volcanic, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Landing Stores from the Boat at the First Landing-Place, c1908, (1909)
Landing Stores from the Boat at the First Landing-Place after the Ice-Foot had broken away, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

Mount Erebus From The Ice-Foot, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through More Open Pack, c1908, (1909)
The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through More Open Pack Towards King Edward VII Land, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic

The Manchurian Ponies on Quail Island, Port Lyttelton, c1907, (1909)
The Manchurian Ponies on Quail Island, Port Lyttelton, Before The Expedition Left for the Antarctic, New Zealand, c1907, (1909)

Exercising the Dogs, 1936. George Marston leading the dogs down on to the floe from the Endurance. Shackleton is standing on the platform overlooking the gangway

Sir Ernest Shackleton, c1900s, (1936). From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester. [The Amalgamated Press Ltd. London]

The Quest, in which Sir Ernest Shackleton set sail in September 1921, on what was to prove his last expedition to the Antarctic, c1922, (1935)

The Nimrod Pushing Her Way Through Open Pack-Ice, c1909, (1928). Originally from The Heart of the Antarctic, Being the Story of the British Antarctic Expedition 1907-1909 by Ernest Henry Shackleton

Ernest Shackleton, Anglo-Irish explorer
Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874-1922), Anglo-Irish Antarctic explorer. Shackleton was born in County Kildare, Ireland, and served as a junior officer on Captain Scotts 1901 National Antarctic

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"Ernest Henry Shackleton: A Visionary Explorer and Leader" Ernest Henry Shackleton, a name that resonates with courage, determination, and adventure. Born in 1874, this British explorer left an indelible mark on the annals of history through his remarkable expeditions to the icy realms of Antarctica. In 1908, Shackleton led a group of intrepid explorers as they established their winter quarters on the desolate shores of Antarctica. Captured in the iconic photograph "A Group of the Shore Party at Winter Quarters, " we witness their resilience amidst harsh conditions and unwavering camaraderie. As autumn descended upon them, painting ethereal hues across the horizon, artist George Marston captured this breathtaking spectacle in his masterpiece "The Autumn Sunset. " It serves as a testament to both nature's beauty and Shackleton's ability to find solace even in isolation. Shackleton's encounters with wildlife were equally captivating. In "Return of the Penguins, " also painted by Marston, we glimpse these resilient creatures returning from their arduous journey at sea – mirroring Shackleton's own relentless pursuit for discovery. Ever curious about Earth's geological wonders, Shackleton collected Feldspar Crystals from Mount Erebus' summit. These natural marvels stood as evidence of his conquest over treacherous terrains and unyielding elements. In 1909, Ernest Shackleton himself became immortalized through an enigmatic portrait simply titled "Ernest Shackleton. " The intensity in his eyes reflects not only his unwavering spirit but also hints at future triumphs yet to come. One such triumph was reaching the South Magnetic Pole alongside his Northern Party comrades on January 17th that same year. This historic achievement is beautifully documented in a photograph aptly named "The Northern Party at the South Magnetic Pole. " Years later, another image emerges showcasing Ernest Shackleton alongside James Marr and Norman Mooney.