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Mountaineering accident, 19th century
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Mountaineering accident, 19th century
Mountaineering accident, 19th century. We saw a toe- it seemed to belong to Moore- we saw Reynaud a flying body. From The Ascent of the Matterhorn by Edward Whymper, the account of the first successful ascent of the mountain, accomplished in 1865
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Accident Alpine Alpinism Alps Climber Danger Dangerous Edward Fallen Falling Incident Matterhorn Misfortune Mishap Mountain Climbing Mountain Range Mountaineer Mountaineering Precipice Rope Surprise Surprised Swiss Switzerland The Alps The Matterhorn Whymper Edward Whymper Historica Graphica Collection
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This print captures a chilling moment from a mountaineering accident in the 19th century. The image is an engraving taken from Edward Whymper's renowned book, "The Ascent of the Matterhorn" which recounts the historic first successful climb of this majestic mountain in 1865. In this scene, we witness a group of climbers standing on the edge of danger, their faces filled with surprise and concern. One can't help but feel a sense of trepidation as we see one climber's toe exposed, seemingly belonging to Moore, while another figure named Reynaud appears to be falling through the air. The monochrome setting adds an eerie atmosphere to this historical incident that unfolded amidst the breathtaking alpine landscape. The jagged peaks of the Swiss Alps loom ominously in the background, reminding us of both nature's beauty and its unforgiving power. As we gaze upon this photograph, our minds are transported back to a time when mountaineering was still an emerging sport fraught with perilous risks. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in pursuit of adventure and conquest over nature's challenges, misfortune can strike unexpectedly. This remarkable piece from Heritage Images allows us to bear witness to history unfolding before our eyes – capturing not only a dramatic event but also evoking emotions tied to human resilience and vulnerability against formidable forces such as weather conditions and precipitous cliffs.
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