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Sledging over hummocky ice
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Sledging over hummocky ice
One of a series of eight chromolithograph sketches by Lieut S. Gurney Cresswell (1827-1867), of the voyage of HMS Investigator under Captain McClure, 1850-54
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Chromolithograph Sledging Snow Sledges
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this chromolithograph print, we are transported back in time to the remarkable voyage of HMS Investigator under Captain McClure from 1850 to 1854. The image, one of a series of eight sketches by Lieutenant S. Gurney Cresswell, offers us a glimpse into the daring exploration and harsh conditions faced by these intrepid sailors. The scene depicted is both awe-inspiring and treacherous: sledging over hummocky ice. As our eyes wander across the print, we witness a group of determined men pulling their sledges through an unforgiving landscape of snow and ice. Each step taken requires immense strength and resilience as they navigate their way through jagged obstacles that rise like frozen waves before them. The artist's attention to detail is truly remarkable; every line etched on the paper seems to convey not only the physical challenges faced but also the spirit of adventure that drove these explorers forward. The vibrant colors used in this chromolithograph bring life to an otherwise desolate environment – shades of blue representing icy depths contrast with vivid reds symbolizing determination and courage. As we gaze upon this historical artifact preserved by the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge, we cannot help but be reminded of humanity's insatiable thirst for discovery. This print serves as a testament to those who dared venture into uncharted territories, pushing boundaries in pursuit of knowledge about our planet. It is through such visual records that we can connect with past expeditions and gain insight into what it meant to explore unknown lands amidst extreme conditions. This particular image encapsulates both beauty and danger, reminding us that even in nature's harshest realms, there exists an indomitable human spirit yearning for new horizons.
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