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The Explorer A. E. Nordenskiold, 1886 (oil on canvas)
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The Explorer A. E. Nordenskiold, 1886 (oil on canvas)
3086715 The Explorer A. E. Nordenskiold, 1886 (oil on canvas) by Rosen, Georg (Count von) (1843-1923); 344x242 cm; Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Nils Adolf Erik NordenskiAold (1832-1901) was a Finnish and Swedish baron, geologist, mineralogist and Arctic explorer.
He lead the Swedish expedition of 1878a'80 on the steamship SS Vega, the first Arctic expedition to navigate through the Northeast Passage and the first voyage to circumnavigate Eurasia.); Swedish, out of copyright
Media ID 18257755
© Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, Sweden / Bridgeman Images
Adolf Erik Nordenskiold Arctic Arctic Ocean Expedition Finland Finnish Geologist Iceberg Mineralogist North East Passage Polar Scandanavia Scandanavian Steamship Swedish Telescope Voyage
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The Explorer A. E. Nordenskiold, 1886
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is a captivating oil painting that depicts the renowned Arctic explorer, Nils Adolf Erik Nordenskiold. Created by Georg Rosen in 1886, this masterpiece measures an impressive 344x242 cm and is housed in the Nationalmuseum in Stockholm, Sweden. Nordenskiold was not only a baron but also a geologist, mineralogist, and scientist who dedicated his life to exploring the polar regions. The painting showcases him standing proudly on the deck of the steamship SS Vega during his groundbreaking Swedish expedition of 1878-1880. This historic voyage marked several significant achievements for Nordenskiold and his crew. They successfully navigated through the treacherous Northeast Passage, becoming the first Arctic expedition to do so. Additionally, they accomplished another milestone by circumnavigating Eurasia. Rosen's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke of this artwork. From Nordenskiold's determined expression to the vast icy landscape surrounding him, viewers are transported into this frozen world of exploration and discovery. "The Explorer A. E. Nordenskiold" serves as a testament to human curiosity and resilience in pushing boundaries beyond what was previously thought possible. It immortalizes an extraordinary man whose contributions have greatly advanced our understanding of these remote regions while inspiring future generations of explorers and scientists alike.
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