Robert Falcon Scott Collection (#5)

Penguins Jumping On to The Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Penguins Jumping On to The Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Face of a Glacier in Victoria Land, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Face of a Glacier in Victoria Land, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

The Last Boat Leaves for the Ship, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Last Boat Leaves for the Ship, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Hut Point from Observation Hill, 1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
Hut Point from Observation Hill, 1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Emperor Penguins Eggs from Cape Crozier, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Emperor Penguins Eggs from Cape Crozier, 1911, (1913). Three eggs collected from the Emperor Penguin breeding grounds. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott

A Weddell Seal Getting On To The Ice, November 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
A Weddell Seal Getting On To The Ice, November 1911, (1913). A Weddell seal climbs out of a hole onto the ice. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott

A Pair of Adelie Penguins, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
A Pair of Ade lie Penguins, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Penguins on Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Penguins on Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Re-Cemented Crevasse, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Re-Cemented Crevasse, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Levick Outside Camp at Penelope Point, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Levick Outside Camp at Penelope Point, 1912, (1913). Naval surgeon George Murray Levick (1876-1956) and five other expedition members were forced to overwinter in a cramped ice cave when pack ice

Exercising the Ponies, 1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
Exercising the Ponies, 1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

The Barne Glacier: A Crevasse With A Thin Snow Bridge, c1910–1913, (1913)
The Barne Glacier: A Crevasse With A Thin Snow Bridge, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Lieut. Tryggve Gran, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Lieut. Tryggve Gran, c1910– 1913, (1913). Ski expert Tryggve Gran. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Something of a Phenomenon - A Fresh-Water Cascade, c1910–1913, (1913)
Something of a Phenomenon - A Fresh-Water Cascade, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

An Adelie Penguin About To Dive, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
An Ade lie Penguin About To Dive, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Dr. Wilson and Dr. Atkinson Loading The Harpoon Gun, c1910–1913, (1913)
Dr. Wilson and Dr. Atkinson Loading The Harpoon Gun, c1910– 1913, (1913). Surgeon and parasitologist Edward L Atkinson RN (1881-1929), and zoologist Edward Adrian Wilson (1872-1912)

The Summit of Mount Erebus, c1910-1912, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Summit of Mount Erebus, c1910-1912, (1913). Erebus is the second-highest volcano in Antarctica and the southernmost active volcano on Earth

The Depot Laying and Western Parties on Their Return to Cape Evans, 13 April 1911, (1913)
The Depo t Laying and Western Parties on Their Return to Cape Evans (Left to right - Taylor, Wright, Evans, Bowers, Scott, Debenham, Gran, P.O. Evans, Crean), 13 April 1911, (1913)

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

Finnesko, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Finnesko, c1910– 1913, (1913). Boots of tanned reindeer skin with the hair on the outside. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Summer Time - The Ice Opening Up, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Summer Time - The Ice Opening Up, c1910– 1913, (1913). Penguins. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Return of the Sun, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Return of the Sun, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

The First Ice-Berg, c1910, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The First Ice-Berg, c1910, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Manning the Pumps, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Manning the Pumps, c1910– 1913, (1913). Crew on the Terra Nova. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Stareek Malingering, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Stareek Malingering, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Black Flag Camp. - Amundsens Black Flag Within A Few Miles of the South Pole, 1912, (1913)
Black Flag Camp. - Amundsens Black Flag Within A Few Miles of the South Pole, 16 January 1912, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

A Lead in the Pack, c1910–1913, (1913)
A Lead in the Pack, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

C. S. Wright, January 1912, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
C. S. Wright - Some Members Of The Supporting Parties As They Appeared On Their Return From The Polar Journey, January 1912, (1913). Physicist Charles Seymour Wright (1887-1975)

Petty Officer P. Keohane, January 1912, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Petty Officer P. Keohane - Some Members Of The Supporting Parties As They Appeared On Their Return From The Polar Journey, January 1912, (1913)

On the Way to the Pole, c1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
On the Way to the Pole. Some of his companions sketched by Dr. Edward A. Wilson: R.F.S. - Captain Scott. B.H.R.B. - Birdie Bowers. T.O. - Titus Oates. A.C.-G. - Apsley Cherry-Garrard. P.K

The Midnight Sun in McMurdo Sound, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Midnight Sun in McMurdo Sound, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

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

Lieut. H. R. Bowers - Birdie, January 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Lieut. H. R. Bowers - Birdie, January 1911, (1913). Lieutenant Henry Birdie Bowers (1883-1912) died on the way back from the South Pole with Scott and Wilson

Dr. Simpson in the Hut at the Other End of the Telephone Timing the Observation, c1911, (1913). Meteorologist George Simpson (1878-1965)

The Stables in Winter, c1910–1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Stables in Winter, (The figure is Captain Oates) c1910– 1911, (1913). Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) suffering from gangrene and frostbite, walked from his tent into a blizzard

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

Dr. Atkinsons Frost-Bitten Hand, 5 July 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Dr. Atkinsons Frost-Bitten Hand, 5 July 1911, (1913). Frostbite-affected hand of Dr Edward Atkinson (1881-1929). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott

Dr. Wilson and Lieut. Bowers Reading The Ramp Thermometer, c1911, (1913). Artist
Dr. Wilson and Lieut. Bowers Reading The Ramp Thermometer in the Winter Night, - 40° Fahr. (A flashlight photograph), c1911, (1913)

Dr. Atkinson in his Laboratory, 15 September 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Dr. Atkinson in his Laboratory, 15 September 1911, (1913). Surgeon and parasitologist Edward Atkinson (1881-1929) led the party which found the tent with the bodies of Scott, Bowers and Wilson

Winter Work (Left to right - Debenham, Cherry-Garrard, Bowers, Evans, Taylor), c1911, (1913). Geologist Frank Debenham, zoologist Apsley Cherry-Garrard, Lieutenant Henry Bowers

The Castle Berg, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Castle Berg, 1913.c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

A Berg Drifting in McMurdo Sound, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
A Berg Drifting in McMurdo Sound, c1910– 1913, (1913). Iceberg with penguins in the foreground. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Dr. Wilson Working Up The Sketch Which Is Given at P. 258, 1911, (1913). Artist
Dr. Wilson Working Up The Sketch Which Is Given at P. 258, 1911, (1913). Doctor, painter and naturalist Edward Wilson (1872-1912)

Paraselene, June 15th, 1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
Paraselene, June 15th, 1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Cairn Left By The Norwegians, and Amundsens South Pole Mark, January 1912, (1913)
Cairn Left By The Norwegians S.S.W. from Black Flag Camp, [16 January 1912], and Amundsens South Pole Mark, [18 January 1912], (1913)

Lillie and Dr. Levick Sorting a Trawl Catch, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Lillie and Dr. Levick Sorting a Trawl Catch, c1910– 1913, (1913). Biologist Dennis G Lillie and medical officer G. Murray Levick

The Terra Nova in McMurdo Sound, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Terra Nova in McMurdo Sound, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Point of the Barne Glacier, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Point of the Barne Glacier, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

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Robert Falcon Scott, a renowned explorer, led the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition to Antarctica in 1910. This captivating photograph captures the spirit of adventure and determination that defined his journey. In this image, we see Scott and his team sledging through the treacherous icy terrain, pushing themselves to their limits in pursuit of scientific discovery. The expedition reached its climax in January 1912 when they arrived at Amundsen's Tent at the South Pole. The painting by Henry Bowers beautifully depicts this historic moment as they stand triumphantly at the southernmost point on Earth. Little did they know that Amundsen had beaten them there just weeks earlier. Tragically, Scott and his companions perished on their return journey due to extreme weather conditions and lack of supplies. Their sacrifice is commemorated by the Captain Scott Memorial Lighthouse in Roath Park, Cardiff, Wales. The SS Terra Nova served as their vessel during this daring expedition. It was aboard this ship that they embarked on their epic voyage into uncharted territory. One cannot help but admire Captain Scott's resilience and courage as he skis across the frozen landscape in another stunning artwork by Herbert Ponting. His unwavering determination shines through even amidst such harsh conditions. This photograph captures a poignant moment for the second western party as they are rescued from Cape Crozier by a passing ship in 1912. Relief washes over their faces after enduring months of isolation and uncertainty. In another breathtaking painting by T Griffith Taylor, we witness members of the first western party exploring a natural ice-tunnel with awe-inspiring beauty surrounding them - an experience few have ever witnessed firsthand. Herbert Ponting's cinematographs provide us with glimpses into life aboard the Terra Nova during this extraordinary voyage. From furling sails amidst pack ice to capturing candid moments among officers on board – these films offer valuable insights into daily life during one of history's most daring expeditions.