Explorers Collection (#44)

Eskimos Meet Strangers
An encounter between explorers and eskimos at Cape Bathurst, Canada. Date: early 19th century

Gordon Bennett (Younger)
JAMES GORDON BENNETT (the younger) American newspaper proprietor, notable for backing explorers and sporting ventures including motoring, sailing and ballooning

Racial / Aborigine 1885
A group of explorers in the Australian interior try to make friendly contact with suspicious aboriginals

Gordon Laings house, Timbuktu, Mali, West Africa, Africa

Statue of Roald Amundsen, first to reach the South Pole, Tromso, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Columbus monument in Botanical Gardens, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, Europe

Lewis and Clark End of Trail Monument in Seaside, Oregon, United States of America, North America

Muir Glacier, Alaska, in 1902
Glacial retreat. Image 1 of 2. Steamship sailing towards Muir Glacier, Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska, in 1902. Glaciers are large, slow-moving expanses of ice

Russian Explorer Bodies
Norwegian sailors find the bodies of Russian explorers in the Arctic Circle

Scott / Cloudmaker / 1913
The explorers set up camp under the imposing shadow of the Cloudmaker. When approaching this mountain, Scott speaks in his journal of the worst part to come

Viking Explorers / 1007
Viking explorers stop off in Scotland to mend their longships, take on extra cargo and prepare for the long voyages north toward Greenland and Vinland (North America)

Burke Wills Expedition
The return of the explorers to Coopers Creek

Dutch Explore Mauritius
Dutch explorers on the island of Mauritius, Indian Ocean, find huge turtles as well as other novel species

Dragon (De Bry)
Flying dragons were among the weird creatures reported from the New World by Vespucci and other explorers

Monsters of Brazil
Monsters reported by the Portuguese explorers in Brazil

Burke & Wills
The explorers on the way to Mount Hopeless

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"Unveiling the Spirit of Exploration: From Africa to Antarctica" Embarking on a journey through time and space, they have left an indelible mark on our world. The map of Africa vividly illustrates their intrepid travels, tracing the paths they carved in pursuit of discovery. On board the Terra Nova, Captain Scott meticulously crafts his plans in his workshop, driven by an unwavering determination to conquer uncharted territories. Alongside him stand Sir Ernest Shackleton and other brave souls who ventured into the icy realms of Antarctica, defying nature's harshest conditions. In 1861, Auguste-Rosalie Bisson captures a breathtaking moment during "The Ascent of Mont Blanc, " immortalizing the audacity and resilience that define these fearless pioneers. Their exploits etched upon maps like scars tell tales of courage against all odds. At Biggin Hill, a team comprising five men and one remarkable young woman - a 20-year-old secretary - stands united as they prepare for their own daring expedition. Bound by shared dreams and aspirations, they embody the spirit that propels humanity forward. Frozen into ice aboard Fridtjof Nansen's ship Fram in 1893, these explorers demonstrate unparalleled endurance amidst desolate landscapes. They push boundaries not only physically but also intellectually as they unravel mysteries hidden within Earth's frozen heart. Scott of the Antarctic follows in the footsteps of his predecessors with unwavering resolve aboard Terra Nova - captured majestically on The Sphere's front cover. His relentless pursuit brings us closer to understanding our planet's secrets while reminding us that exploration is both exhilarating and perilous. Witnessing Captain Scott attacking the South Pole fills us with awe at human ambition personified; it reminds us that there are no limits when we dare to dream big. Plaza Colon and Cathedral in Mayaguez beckon us further still – showcasing how exploration transcends geographical boundaries to encompass the rich tapestry of human history.