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The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
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The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908, (1909). Artist: George Marston
The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908, (1909). Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton (1874-1922) made three expeditions to the Antarctic. During the second expedition, 1907-1909, he and three companions established a new record, Farthest South latitude at 88° S, only 97 geographical miles (112 statute miles, or 180 km) from the South Pole, the largest advance to the pole in exploration history. Members of his team also climbed Mount Erebus, the most active volcano in the Antarctic. Shackleton was knighted by King Edward VII for these achievements. He died during his third and last oceanographic and sub-antarctic expedition, aged 47. Illustration after an original painting by George Marston (1882-1940) the expedition artist, from The Heart of the Antarctic, Vol. I, by E. H. Shackleton, C.V.O. [William Heinemann, London, 1909]
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The Depot Party Amongst Crevasses, c1908
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is a captivating print that captures the spirit of exploration and adventure in the early 20th century. Painted by George Marston, the expedition artist for Anglo-Irish explorer Ernest Shackleton's second Antarctic expedition, this artwork depicts a pivotal moment in history. During this daring expedition from 1907 to 1909, Shackleton and his team achieved an extraordinary feat by reaching the Farthest South latitude at 88° S. They came within a mere 97 geographical miles of the elusive South Pole, marking one of the greatest advancements towards it in exploration history. This achievement earned Shackleton a knighthood from King Edward VII. The painting showcases not only their remarkable progress but also highlights the treacherous conditions they faced. The crevasses depicted serve as a reminder of the dangers lurking beneath Antarctica's icy surface. Despite these challenges, Shackleton and his companions persevered and even managed to climb Mount Erebus, an active volcano on this frozen continent. Tragically, Shackleton's life was cut short during his third expedition when he died at just 47 years old. However, his legacy lives on through Marston's stunning illustration and through their collective contributions to scientific knowledge about Antarctica. This historic artwork serves as both a tribute to Shackleton's achievements and as a testament to human resilience in extreme environments. It invites viewers to reflect upon our innate curiosity and determination to explore uncharted territories while reminding us of nature’s unforgiving power.
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