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H. M. Ships Erebus and Terror in the Ross Sea (w / c on paper)
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H. M. Ships Erebus and Terror in the Ross Sea (w / c on paper)
3273604 H.M. Ships Erebus and Terror in the Ross Sea (w/c on paper) by Davis, John Edward (1815-77); 18.8x28.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: British voyage of Arctic exploration led by Captain Sir John Franklin, 1845); Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23013754
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Arctic Doomed Erebus Expedition Failed Franklin Expedition Hms Terror John Franklin Lost Navigation Northwest Passage Polar Terror Voyage Hms Erebus Ross Sea
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This print titled "H. M. Ships Erebus and Terror in the Ross Sea" takes us back to a significant moment in history - the ill-fated British voyage of Arctic exploration led by Captain Sir John Franklin in 1845. The image, captured by artist John Edward Davis, portrays the two majestic ships amidst the icy expanse of the Ross Sea. As we gaze upon this scene, we cannot help but feel a sense of adventure tinged with foreboding. These vessels were embarking on a perilous journey through uncharted waters, seeking to conquer the elusive Northwest Passage. However, their fate was sealed as they encountered treacherous conditions that would ultimately lead to their doom. The painting beautifully captures both the grandeur and vulnerability of these polar explorers' expedition. The towering masts and billowing sails stand tall against an unforgiving backdrop of ice and frigid waters. It serves as a poignant reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for knowledge and discovery, even at great cost. Today, this artwork stands as a testament to bravery and sacrifice while also serving as a haunting reminder of those who lost their lives in search of new frontiers. It invites us to reflect on our own thirst for exploration and reminds us that sometimes it is not only success but also failure that shapes our understanding of the world around us.
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