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Mr Edward Whymper on the Andes (engraving)
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Mr Edward Whymper on the Andes (engraving)
1614826 Mr Edward Whymper on the Andes (engraving) by Courbould, Alfred (fl.1831-75); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Edward Whymper on the Andes. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 April 1892.
A C Corbould); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23415234
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Andes Chimborazo Disappeared Latinamerica Latine America Mountaineering Rolled Slope Southamerica Aiguilles Americhe
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This engraving transports us back to the awe-inspiring Andes mountain range in South America. The focal point of the image is Mr Edward Whymper, a renowned mountaineer, standing proudly on a slope amidst the towering peaks. His determined expression and sturdy stance reflect his passion for conquering nature's challenges. The artist, Alfred Courbould, skillfully captures the rugged beauty of this untamed landscape. The jagged Aiguilles and majestic Chimborazo loom in the background, reminding us of the immense scale and power of these mountains. Whymper's presence on this print evokes curiosity about his journey through these treacherous terrains. Perhaps he had just returned from an arduous climb or was preparing to embark on a new adventure. Regardless, his figure symbolizes human resilience against formidable odds. As we gaze at this historic scene, it is impossible not to wonder about what has transpired since that moment captured in 1892. Has Whymper successfully reached new heights? Or has he disappeared into obscurity like so many explorers before him? This print serves as a reminder of both our fascination with exploration and our insignificance in the face of nature's grandeur. It invites us to contemplate our own personal mountains - those challenges we must overcome - while also appreciating the vastness and beauty that surrounds us in every corner of our planet.
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