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The Nansen Greenland Expedition (engraving)
1626540 The Nansen Greenland Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nansen Greenland Expedition. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 June 1889.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23078064
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Copenhagen Danish Danmark Denmark Fitted Fridtjof Nansen Members
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The Nansen Greenland Expedition - A Glimpse into the Heroic Age of Exploration
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. This engraving, part of the private collection at Fine Art Finder, takes us back to a defining moment in history - The Nansen Greenland Expedition. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century for The Illustrated London News, this illustration captures the spirit of adventure and determination that characterized this remarkable journey. Led by Fridtjof Nansen, a renowned Norwegian explorer, this expedition aimed to unravel the mysteries of Greenland's uncharted territories. As we gaze upon this print, we see members of the expedition team gathered together with their equipment and supplies meticulously fitted for their arduous voyage. Amongst them are Captain O. Sverdrup and Lieutenant O. Dietrichson, both key figures who played vital roles in ensuring the success of this daring mission. Their faces reflect a mix of excitement and trepidation as they prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure into unknown lands. The composition also highlights other notable individuals such as Ole Ravna, Mr. A Gamel, K Kristiansen, S Balto - each contributing their unique skills and expertise to overcome any challenges that lie ahead. This engraving not only commemorates one specific event but serves as a testament to humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration and discovery during what is often referred to as "The Heroic Age". It transports us back in time when intrepid explorers like Nansen pushed boundaries beyond imagination
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