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"The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind"(b / w photo)
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"The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind"(b / w photo)
6013246 " The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind" (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind." Illustration for With Scott to the Pole re-told by Howard Marshall (Country Life, 1936).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23596962
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Aventure Frozen Polar Ripple Robert Falcon Scott South Pole Terra Nova Expedition Thrown Wave Waves Wind
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This print titled "The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind" takes us back in time to a moment of awe-inspiring natural beauty. The image, captured by Herbert Ponting (1870-1935), showcases the immense power and force of nature during Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova Expedition to the South Pole. In this photograph, we witness a mesmerizing scene where frozen waves ripple across a vast expanse of snow-covered terrain. The windswept landscape is transformed into an otherworldly spectacle as gusts create towering formations resembling ocean waves crashing against a rocky shore. It is as if Mother Nature herself has sculpted these frozen swells with her mighty hand. Ponting's masterful composition transports us to an era when exploration was met with both excitement and trepidation. We can almost feel the biting cold on our skin and hear the howling winds that shaped this extraordinary icy landscape. This image serves as a testament to human resilience in the face of extreme conditions, reminding us of the indomitable spirit that drives adventurers like Scott to push boundaries and seek new frontiers. "The great waves of frozen snow thrown up by the wind" not only captures a historical moment but also invites us to contemplate our place within nature's grand tapestry. It reminds us that even amidst harsh environments, there exists unparalleled beauty waiting for those brave enough to venture forth and capture it through their lens.
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