South Pole Collection (page 5)

Map of the South Pole, 1912 (colour litho)
5059814 Map of the South Pole, 1912 (colour litho) by Petermann, August Heinrich (1822-78); 34x41 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: From: Stielers Hand-Atlas, No)

After five months of solitude, for scientific observations, on the polar night of the Antarctic... (colour litho)
2778282 After five months of solitude, for scientific observations, on the polar night of the Antarctic... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Doctor Wilson, 1911 (b / w photo)
3037914 Doctor Wilson, 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward Adrian Wilson FZS (" Uncle Bill" ) (1872-1912) English physician

Oates & Meares at the blubber stove in the stables, 1911 (b / w photo)
3037913 Oates & Meares at the blubber stove in the stables, 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Motor Party - Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper, 1911 (b / w photo)
3037912 Motor Party - Lashly, Day, Evans and Hooper, 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Captain Scott in his den at Winter Quarters, 1911 (b / w photo)
3037909 Captain Scott in his den at Winter Quarters, 1911 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dog Team resting by an Iceberg (bromide print)
3106143 Dog Team resting by an Iceberg (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Freezing of the Sea (bromide print)
3106139 The Freezing of the Sea (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Scott, Wilson, Oates, Bowers and Evans at the South Pole, 1912 (b / w photo)
2639734 Scott, Wilson, Oates, Bowers and Evans at the South Pole, 1912 (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

HMS Challengers Scientific Ocean Surveying Expedition (engraving)
1589401 HMS Challengers Scientific Ocean Surveying Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS Challengers Scientific Ocean Surveying Expedition)

The Beginning of the End, from Expedition to the South Pole
CHT224221 The Beginning of the End, from Expedition to the South Pole by Ernest Shakleton (1874-1922) 1914-17 (b/w photo) by French Photographer

Portrait of Shackleton, from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169094 Portrait of Shackleton, from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (litho) by Marston

View of the Belgian scientific ship "Belgica"
GIA4704425 View of the Belgian scientific ship " Belgica" used in the Antarctic expeditions, caught in the ice, 1897 by Unknown Artist

L Astrolabe (new name of the "Shell") and the Zelee
GIA4743426 L Astrolabe (new name of the " Shell" ) and the Zelee, boats by Jules Dumont d Urville, caught in the Antarctic ice, February 6, 1838 - Lithography

View of the South (Antarctic) pole Atlas by Guillaume Delisle (1675-1726), geographer
GIA4778954 View of the South (Antarctic) pole Atlas by Guillaume Delisle (1675-1726), geographer, 1714 by Delisle, Guillaume (1675-1726); Private Collection; (add.info)

Model of a walrus and a whistle (bone)
2578573 Model of a walrus and a whistle (bone) by Amundsen, Roald Engelbergt Gravning (1872-1928); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Norwegian, out of copyright

Homeward bound (b / w photo)
6013252 Homeward bound (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Homeward bound. Illustration for With Scott to the Pole re-told by Howard Marshall (Country Life)

Pitching the tent (b / w photo)
6013235 Pitching the tent (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pitching the tent. Illustration for With Scott to the Pole re-told by Howard Marshall)

"That evening they had Christmas supper"(b / w photo)
6013234 " That evening they had Christmas supper" (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

The ramparts of Mount Erebus (b / w photo)
6013233 The ramparts of Mount Erebus (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ramparts of Mount Erebus)

Captain Oates with ponies and dogs at sea (b / w photo)
6013225 Captain Oates with ponies and dogs at sea (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain Oates with ponies and dogs at sea)

The approach to the pack-ice (b / w photo)
6013221 The approach to the pack-ice (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: The approach to the pack-ice)

On Route to the North Pole, front and back of a promotional card for Huntley
488423 On Route to the North Pole, front and back of a promotional card for Huntley & Palmers Biscuits, produced for the French market, 1890 (colour litho) by English School

Major Sir Ernest Shackleton, 1918 (b / w photo)
XJF359053 Major Sir Ernest Shackleton, 1918 (b/w photo) by Swaine, F.A (fl.1910-38); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874-1922)

L Etoile Polaire (colour litho)
610763 L Etoile Polaire (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Etoile Polaire.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection

Portrait of Dr. Eric Marshall (1879-1963) from The Heart of the Antarctic
STC169087 Portrait of Dr. Eric Marshall (1879-1963) from The Heart of the Antarctic by Sir Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) c.1909 (litho) by Marston

Commander Frank Wild (1873-1939) at the Masthead, during the Endurance
XJF174835 Commander Frank Wild (1873-1939) at the Masthead, during the Endurance expedition to the Antarctic, 1914-1916 (b/w photo) by Macklin, Dr

Boats Collecting Ice, c. 1773 (w / c on paper)
RNM286354 Boats Collecting Ice, c.1773 (w/c on paper) by English School, (18th century); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth, Hampshire

Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Meridionale, from Atlas Coelestis, pub
3075763 Planisphaerii Coelestis Hemisphaerium Meridionale, from Atlas Coelestis, pub. 1706 (hand coloured engraving) by Allard

South Pole, Plate 6 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub
3075760 South Pole, Plate 6 from Globi coelestis in tabulas planas redacti descriptio, pub. 1674 (hand coloured engraving) by Pardies

The Last Rest (bromide print)
3106147 The Last Rest (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912); Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912); Edgar Evans (1876-1912)

Adelie Penguins at Cape Royds (bromide print)
3106145 Adelie Penguins at Cape Royds (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

A Grotto in an Iceberg (bromide print)
3106138 A Grotto in an Iceberg (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Ramparts of Mt. Erebus, (bromide print)
3106135 The Ramparts of Mt. Erebus, (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Polar Party on the Trail (bromide print)
3106133 The Polar Party on the Trail (bromide print) by Bowers, Lieutenant Henry Robertson ( Birdie ) (1883-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Five at the South Pole (bromide print)
3106131 The Five at the South Pole (bromide print) by Bowers, Lieutenant Henry Robertson ( Birdie ) (1883-1912); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portion of the ice-wall around the South Pole, in Latitude 78 15 South (engraving)
967943 Portion of the ice-wall around the South Pole, in Latitude 78 15 South (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Erebus passing through the chain of bergs, 13th March, 1842
3328016 The Erebus passing through the chain of bergs, 13th March, 1842, from Voyage of Discovery and Research in th Southern and Antarctic Regions by CaptainSir James Clark Ross, pub

A Gale in the Pack, 20th January, 1842, from Voyage of Discovery
3328006 A Gale in the Pack, 20th January, 1842, from Voyage of Discovery and Research in th Southern and Antarctic Regions by CaptainSir James Clark Ross, pub

The South Polar Expedition: Captain Scott and his exploration ship Terra Nova (b / w photo)
3104919 The South Polar Expedition: Captain Scott and his exploration ship Terra Nova (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Drifting Iceberg off Cape Royds (bromide print)
3106146 Drifting Iceberg off Cape Royds (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

The Castle Berg (bromide print)
3106134 The Castle Berg (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

An Iceberg in Midsummer, (bromide print)
3106140 An Iceberg in Midsummer, (bromide print) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Scout Marr (chromolitho)
666991 Scout Marr (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scout Marr. Cigarette card, from series on Famous Boys, published by Godfrey Phillips)

Mount Erebus (colour litho)
668751 Mount Erebus (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Erebus, Antarctica)

The Agony of The Endurance, from Expedition to the South Pole
CHT224208 The Agony of The Endurance, from Expedition to the South Pole by Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) 1914-1917 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Fondation Paul-Emile Victor

Penguins listening to the gramophone during Shackletons 1907-09 Antarctic expedition
TRV227706 Penguins listening to the gramophone during Shackletons 1907-09 Antarctic expedition, from The Heart of the Antarctic by Shackleton (1874-1922) published in 1909 (b/w photo)

Scott, Wilson, Oates, Bowers and Evans at the South Pole, 18th January 1912 (b / w photo)
STC444592 Scott, Wilson, Oates, Bowers and Evans at the South Pole, 18th January 1912 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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"Journey to the South Pole: Exploring the Frozen Frontier" Step back in time with Oronce Fines world map, 1531, as we embark on a captivating journey to the South Pole. Join us on an expedition through history and witness the remarkable feats of exploration that have unfolded in this icy realm. In 1911, sledging became synonymous with bravery and determination as adventurers pushed their limits towards uncharted territories. Edward Wilson's artwork captures the spirit of these daring explorers who braved extreme conditions for discovery. Amundsen's Tent at the South Pole, January 1912, immortalizes a moment frozen in time when Roald Amundsen reached his ultimate goal. Henry Bowers' artistic rendition allows us to envision the triumph and hardships faced by those who sought to conquer this unforgiving land. The plans of SS Terra Nova reveal not only a ship but also a vessel carrying dreams of scientific breakthroughs and human resilience. This iconic ship played a pivotal role in Antarctic exploration during its era. Marvel at an awe-inspiring sight captured by satellite imagery—an Aurora over Antarctica—where nature paints vibrant colors across an otherwise desolate landscape. Witness Earth's beauty from above as you explore this remote corner of our planet. As we navigate through route maps depicting Antarctic expeditions, let your imagination soar alongside these intrepid explorers who charted new paths amidst ice-covered horizons. Feel their excitement as they ventured into unknown territory driven by curiosity and ambition. Gaze upon South America at night—a breathtaking satellite image revealing bustling cities illuminated against darkness—a stark contrast to Antarctica's serene solitude. Appreciate how interconnected our world is while marveling at its diverse landscapes. Encounter adorable Emperor penguin chicks huddled together on Snow Hill Island, Weddell Sea—an endearing reminder of life thriving even amidst harsh conditions. Observe their resilience mirrored by adult Emperor penguins nurturing their young ones, showcasing the circle of life in this frozen realm.