Mountaineers Collection

[The Ascent of Mont Blanc], 1861. Creator: Auguste-Rosalie Bisson
[The Ascent of Mont Blanc], 1861

Mountaineers and climbers, Aiguille du Midi, Mont Blanc Massif, Chamonix, Haute Savoie, French Alps, France, Europe

Climbers on an ice wall, Island Peak 6189m, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Stage in the ascent of Mont Blanc, c1853, (1946). Creator: George Baxter
Stage in the ascent of Mont Blanc, c1853, (1946). Climbers on Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps - a man is being pulled out of a crevasse on a rope

Climbing on neve (chromolitho)
968673 Climbing on neve (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Climbing on neve)

Mountaineers climbing sharp ridge of ‚Aucrossing of Liskamm‚Au, (traversata dei Lyskamm) Monte Rosa, Ayas Valley, Aosta Valley, Italy

The Abruzzi Spur On The K2 Mountain. From The Year 1910 Illustrated

The Crater of Mount Etna in 1809 - from a sketch by Signor Gimmellaro, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Crater of Mount Etna in 1809 - from a sketch by Signor Gimmellaro, 1858. Before us and beneath us was the crater of Etna. The circumference of the crater, according to Sig

Facing the winds
Peter Svoboda MQEP

Ascent of Mont Blanc: M. Bisson's photographic expedition... 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
Ascent of Mont Blanc: M. Bisson's photographic expedition leaving the station of the Grands Mulets, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by Auguste-Rosalie Bisson

Hikers inside the ice cave in Val Roseg, Pontresina, Canton of GraubAonden, Engadine, Switzerland, Europe (MR)

Mount Campedelle, Misurina, Auronzo di Cadore, province of Belluno, Veneto, Italy

Hiker proceeds on the shore of PalA'A¹ Lake surrounded by snowy peaks and woods Malenco Valley Valtellina Lombardy Italy Europe

Lovers admire Matterhorn reflected in Lake Stellisee on a starry night of full moon Zermatt Valais Switzerland Europe

A mountaineer staring at Federa Lake with the Dolomite mountains in the background, Dolomites, Municipality of Cortina d'Ampezzo, Belluno province, Veneto, Italy

Hiker at Rosset Lake. Gran Paradiso national park, Alpi Graie, Piedmont, Italy

Munchner Haus on the Zugspitz summit, Bavaria, Germany

Ascent to Zugspitze, Tyrol, Austria/Germany border

A Mountaineer enjoying the sunrise with the foggy Inn Valley and Kellerjoch mountain in the background, Patscherkofel mountain, Innsbruck Land, Tyrol, Austria

Hikers walking around Gran Crater rim, Vulcano Island, Aeolian Islands, Sicily, Italy

Hikers leave the Refuge Lac De Cheserys to venture on the paths at high altitude Chamonix Haute Savoie France Europe

Hikers surrounded by green meadows Andossi Montespluga Chiavenna Valley Sondrio province Valtellina Lombardy Italy Europe

Hikers on the path with high peaks in the background Val Malga Adamello Regional Park province of Brescia Lombardy Italy Europe

Ski mountaneers during climbing Wisshorn at sunrise - Fluela pass - Switzerland

Ski mountaneer on the top of Wisshorn - Fluela pass - Switzerland

Dent Blanche at sunset from Pointe des Vignettes, Switzerland

Hikers on snowshoes, Spluga, Maloja Pass. Engadine. Switzerland. Europe

Camping under the stars on Rosset lake at an altitude of 2709 meters. Gran Paradiso national park. Graian Alps Aosta Valley Italy Europe

The Milky Way shines over the Fora Alp where some hikers have created their campsite for stargazing. Valmalenco. Valtellina. Lombardy. Italy

Gran Cir, Gardena Pass, Dolomites, Bolzano district, South Tyrol, Italy, Europe. A mountaineer admires the sunrise at the summit of the Gran Cir (MR)

Alpe di Siusi / Seiser Alm, Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy. (MR)
Alpe di Siusi/Seiser Alm, Dolomites, South Tyrol, Italy. (MR)

Swiss mountain guides working in the Rockies, Canada, early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Mountaineer's Cabin, Cumberland Gap, Tennessee, USA early 1900s

Climbing The Needle Great Gable Lake District Victorian period

Climbing Skew Gill Victorian period Date: 19th century

Climbing Scawfell Hand Traverse Victorian period Date: 19th century

Climbing Scawfell Deep Ghyll Victorian period Date: 19th century

Climbing Scawfell Pinnacle Victorian period Date: 19th century

Climbing Great Gable Eagle's Nest Arete Victorian period Date: 19th century

Climbing in the French Alps, Victorian period

Mont Blanc
A climber on the arete du Rochefort, Mont Blanc. The image is reproduced from a book of photographic studies entitled Haute Montagne'. Date: circa 1931

A moving descent down the Mont Blanc, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre
XIR346343 A moving descent down the Mont Blanc, illustration from Le Petit Journal, supplement illustre, 10th September 1911 (colour litho) by French School

The Lakeland Fells (photo)
6025191 The Lakeland Fells (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lakeland Fells. Illustration for Mountains in Colour by Franks Smythe (Max Parrish, 1949)

Bowfell from Eskdale (photo)
6025186 Bowfell from Eskdale (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bowfell from Eskdale)

Mount Everest from the Pang La (photo)
6025175 Mount Everest from the Pang La (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mount Everest from the Pang La)

Autumn Colourings at Rutland (photo)
6025230 Autumn Colourings at Rutland (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autumn Colourings at Rutland)

A New England Homestead (photo)
6025222 A New England Homestead (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: A New England Homestead)

Sunrise on Mount Assiniboine (photo)
6025216 Sunrise on Mount Assiniboine (photo) by Smythe, Francis Sydney (1900-49); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunrise on Mount Assiniboine)

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"Conquering the Heights: A Glimpse into the World of Mountaineers" Embarking on a thrilling journey, they have always been driven by an insatiable desire to conquer towering peaks and explore the uncharted realms of nature. With their unwavering determination and indomitable spirit, they push beyond their limits, leaving footprints on some of the world's most majestic summits. In 1861, Auguste-Rosalie Bisson captured a defining moment in mountaineering history with his iconic photograph "The Ascent of Mont Blanc. " This image immortalizes brave souls ascending the mighty Mont Blanc Massif in Chamonix, Haute Savoie. The sheer magnitude of this endeavor is awe-inspiring as climbers navigate treacherous terrains and icy walls to reach new heights. From Island Peak's formidable ice wall in Solu Khumbu Everest Region to traversing Liskamm's sharp ridge in Monte Rosa, Ayas Valley, Italy - these daring individuals face unimaginable challenges head-on. Their courage knows no bounds as they defy gravity amidst breathtaking landscapes that seem straight out of dreams. Slovenia's Triglav National Park offers another glimpse into mountaineering paradise. Here, adventurers immerse themselves in pristine beauty while conquering rugged peaks that stand tall against azure skies. Each step taken within this natural wonderland is a testament to human resilience and our innate connection with Mother Earth. Looking back at history, we witness George Baxter capturing a stage in the ascent of Mont Blanc circa 1853. This timeless artwork serves as a reminder that they have long been captivated by the allure of reaching great heights – defying odds even before modern equipment existed. Venturing across continents brings us to Canada's Rockies where Swiss mountain guides lend their expertise to those seeking adrenaline-fueled adventures.