Nansens Collection

Fridtjof Nansens 1893 ship the Fram frozen into ice

NANSENs FRAM (COLOUR)
his ship, the Fram

Fridtjof Nansen's polar expedition on the Fram to the North Pole

Dead Polar Bear, Franz Josef Land, 1896
Photograph of a Polar bear shot dead by Frederick Jackson, during the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition, at Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1896

Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition, Franz Josef Land, 1894-
Photograph of Frederick Jackson and his companions of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition, with the ice-boat Mary Harmsworth, at Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1894-7

Dr. Fridtjhof Nansen at Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1896
Photograph of Dr. Fridtjhof Nansen taken by Frederick Jackson, leader of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition, at Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1896

The Fram leaving Christiania, Norway, 1893
Engraving showing Fridtjof Nansens ship Fram, leaving the harbour of Christiania for the Arctic, 24th June 1893. Nansen embarked with 12 crew for a three-year expedition

Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1895
Illustration of Elmwood, the base of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition on Franz Josef Land, 1895. At the time, this was the most Northerly British settlement in the world

Men of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition hunting walru
Illustration showing the crew of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition, in their boats shooting walrus, near Franz Josef Land, 1896

The Fram released from the Ice, Greenland Sea, 1896
Illustration showing Fridtjof Nansens ship the Fram as it was released from the Arctic ice pack, by detonating an explosive charge in the ice underneath the vessel, 1896

NANSENs FRAM
his ship, the Fram

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"Nansens: Exploring the Frozen Frontiers" Step back in time to Fridtjof Nansen's legendary polar expedition on the Fram, a ship frozen into ice in 1893. The NANSENs FRAM, painted in vibrant colors, stands as a symbol of courage and determination amidst the icy wilderness. Join Nansen and his crew as they embark on an extraordinary journey through treacherous Arctic waters, facing unimaginable challenges along the way. Witness their unwavering spirit as they push boundaries and defy nature's limits. Amidst this frozen realm, encounter haunting images like that of a dead polar bear in Franz Josef Land, serving as a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by these explorers. Delve into the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition of 1894- and witness their relentless pursuit of knowledge amidst unforgiving conditions. At Elmwood in Franz Josef Land, catch a glimpse of Dr. Fridtjhof Nansen himself - a man driven by an insatiable curiosity about our planet's most remote corners. His presence exudes wisdom and resilience against all odds. As you imagine yourself aboard the Fram leaving Christiania (now Oslo), Norway in 1893, let your mind wander to those brave souls who embarked on this perilous adventure. Their legacy lives on today as we continue to explore uncharted territories with unwavering determination. The story is not just one of exploration but also serves as an inspiration for humanity's boundless thirst for discovery. It reminds us that even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles, human ingenuity can triumph over adversity. So let us celebrate these fearless pioneers who dared to venture where few had gone before - forever etching their names into history books and inspiring generations to come.