Antarctica Collection (page 3)

Gentoo penguins, Waterboat Point, Paradise Bay
Photographer: M.C. Lester (1891-1957). Expedition: British Expedition to Graham Land 1920-22. Date: 1921. A group of penguins walk in a line across an ice sheet. Snow-covered hills in the background

Emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri), chick in brood pouch of parent, Snow Hill Island, Antarctic Peninsula

Dog, Waterboat Point, Paradise Bay
Photographer: Thomas Wyatt Bagshawe (1901-1976). Expedition: British Expedition to Graham Land 1920-22. Date: 1921. A sledge dog stands on the snow

Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes fosterii pair with chick Weddell Sea Antarctica November

The Highway to the South - Scott expedition
The magnificent entrance to the Beardmore Glacier showing the snow slope leading up to the two massive granite pillars through which Captain Scott passed with his men

Chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) with chicks, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) spy-hopping to observe Weddell Seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) in preparation to knock it from the ice by creating a wave. Marguerite Bay, Antarctic Peninsula, summer

The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship, 1912, (1913)
The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship: Taylor, Debenham, Gran and Forde, 1913. The return of the Western Geological Party: geologists Frank Debenham and T.Griffith-Taylor

Captain Scott on Ski, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain Scott on Ski, 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

Emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri) explode out of the water, returning to breed at Cape Washington, Antarctica. Taken on location for BBC Frozen Planet series, 2009

Illustration, standing Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome), side view

Antarctica, Snow Hill Island, emperor penguins on ice
emperor penguins (Aptenodytes forsteri), Oct 2006

Gentoo Penguin - in winter woodland with snow and Christmas lights Digital Manipulation
COS-4328-m-c Gentoo Penguin - in winter woodland with snow and Christmas lights Digitally manipulated image Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Oxo in the Antarctic - Captain Scott polar expedition
Advertisement for Oxo showing members of the ill-fated Captain Scott polar expedition to the South Pole enjoying an 11 o clock cup of OXO on board the Terra Nova

Ships off the Antarctic ice-shelf, 1800s
Two sailing-ships near the ice-shelf of Antarctica, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Emperor Penguins, Aptenodytes forsteri, family, Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Old Whaling Ship the Petrel and Gentoo penguins at old whaling station of Grytviken South Georgia November

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Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes fosteri adult with chick travelling across sea ice of Weddell Sea near Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

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Antarctic Prion Pachyptila desolata Drake Passage Southern Ocean November

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Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

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Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes fosteri with chick Weddell Sea Antarctica

Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Weddell Sea Antarctica

Killer Whales (Orcas), Southern Ocean

Drifting iceberg, Southern Ocean, Antarctica

Members of the Search Party who found Captain Scott
From left: Sub-lieutenant Gran, Petty-Officer Williamson and Mr E.W. Nelson (biologist), members of the relief party who discovered the bodies of Captain Scott

The spot where Captain Scott lies buried
A cross placed on top of a large cairn of snow marking the resting place of Captain Scott, Dr Wilson and Lieutenant Bowers

Robert Falcon Scott - at the Antarctic
Scott of the Antarctic. Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868 - 1912) - who lost his life in an ill-fated race to be the first person to reach the South Pole

Emperor Penguin - adult and two chicks. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11184 Emperor Penguin - adult and two chicks. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penquin - Tobogganing on snow and ice faster than walking -Snow Hill Island - Antarctica - October
CK-4267 Emperor Penquin - Tobogganing on snow and ice faster than walking Snow Hill Island - Antarctica - October Aptenodytes forsteri Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display

Leopard Seal - & Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga) fighting
AU-102-GR Leopard SEAL (on right), facing up to Southern Elephant Seal (on left) Mirounga leonina Antarctic Hydrurga leptonyx Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin - Parent with Young Chick Aptenodytes forsteri Snow Hill Island Antarctica BI012200
COS-2399 Emperor Penguin - Parent with Young Chick Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin - Young. Wearing Chistmas hat Snow hill island Antarctica
WAT-10885-m Emperor Penguin - young wearing Chistmas hat Snow hill island Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Gentoo Penguins - with mountains in background - South Georgia - Antarctica
SM-1871 Gentoo Penguins - with mountains in background South Georgia - Antarctica Pygoscelis papua Stefan Meyers Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin
PS-7840 EMPEROR PENGUINS - PAIR Antarctic Aptenodytes forsteri Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Last page of the diary of polar explorer Robert Falcon Scott, leader of the ill-fated British expedition to the South
6014659 Last page of the diary of polar explorer Robert Falcon Scott, leader of the ill-fated British expedition to the South Pole, 29 March 1912 (litho) by Scott

Alfred Cheetham (right) third officer on the Endurance seen here on deck as the ship departs UK shores in August 1914 Cheetham served under Scott on the " Morning"

Tabular iceberg floating in Weddell Sea, iceberg broken away from Larson C ice shelf. Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) colony dwarfed on sea ice below. Near Danger Islands, Antarctica

Jellyfish (Diplulmaris antarctica) Cuverville, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Feldspar Crystals from Summit of Mount Erebus (Natural Size), 1909. Specimens of crystallised magma from the volcano Erebus

A Group of the Shore Party at the Winter Quarters, c1908, (1909)
A Group of the Shore Party at the Winter Quarters. [Standing (from left): Joyce, Day, Wild, Adams, Brocklehurst, Shackleton, Marshall, David, Armitage, Marston

Wilson, Bowers, and Cherry-Garrard on Their Return from Cape Crozier, 1 August 1911, (1913). Doctor and naturalist Edward Wilson (1872-1912)

Captain L. E. G. Oates by the Stable Door, 30 August 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain L. E. G. Oates by the Stable Door, 30 August 1911, (1913). Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) suffering from gangrene and frostbite, walked from his tent into a blizzard

The Officers of the Terra Nova, 1912 Voyage, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Officers of the Terra Nova, 1912 Voyage; Left to right - Mr. Dennistoun, Bo sun Cheetham, Lt. Rennick, Paymaster Drake, Engineer Williams, Lt. Pennell, Lt. Bruce, Biologist Lillie, (1913)

Camp Under The Wild Range, 20 December 1911, (1913). Artist: Robert Falcon Scott
Camp Under The Wild Range, 20 December 1911, (1913). Three pyramid tents camped near Beardmore Glacier and Mount Wild: two figures can be seen sketching on the sledge

Bowers, Wilson, and Cherry-Garrard About To Leave For Cafe Crozier, 27 June 1911, (1913). Lieutenant Henry Birdie Bowers (1883-1912)

Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) diving near ice flow, Antarctica. Small reproduction only

Digital illustration of Antarctica

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Antarctica, the land of icy wonders and untamed beauty. A place where explorers like Captain Robert Falcon Scott braved treacherous conditions to uncover its secrets. As we delve into the history of this frozen continent, we find ourselves captivated by its fascinating tales. In 1775, Captain James Cook set foot on Antarctica's untouched shores, paving the way for future expeditions. Fast forward to the early 20th century, and we witness Captain Scott in his workshop aboard Terra Nova, meticulously preparing for his groundbreaking journey. The iconic image of a Frys Cocoa Advert featuring Captain Scott reminds us of the enduring spirit that drove these brave men forward. They were fueled not only by their determination but also by their love for this extraordinary land. As we explore further, a map unfolds before our eyes – adorned with illustrations depicting sea gulls soaring above vast ice sheets while penguins waddle along its frigid coastline. Elephant seals bask lazily under the Antarctic sun as tiny shrimp thrive beneath the frozen depths. Gazing at a satellite image capturing Earth at night, we realize just how isolated and pristine this continent truly is. Its remoteness makes it an ideal sanctuary for unique wildlife such as Emperor Penguins tending to their fluffy chicks in the Weddell Sea. Transporting ourselves back in time to 1911, Edward Wilson's artwork depicts sledging across endless white plains – an arduous yet awe-inspiring endeavor undertaken by those who dared venture here. The Wandering Albatross gracefully glides over open oceans surrounding Antarctica - a majestic sight that symbolizes freedom amidst desolation. With wings spanning wide and black feathers adorning their tips they can true masters of flight in this unforgiving environment. Henry Bowers' artistic rendition takes us inside Amundsen's Tent at South Pole - January 1912; a testament to human resilience and triumph against all odds. It serves as a reminder of the incredible feats achieved by these explorers.