Antarctic Collection (page 3)

Chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarcticus) with chicks, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) spy-hopping to observe Weddell Seal (Leptonychotes weddellii) in preparation to knock it from the ice by creating a wave. Marguerite Bay, Antarctic Peninsula, summer

The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship, 1912, (1913)
The Second Western Party The Day They Were Picked Up By The Ship: Taylor, Debenham, Gran and Forde, 1913. The return of the Western Geological Party: geologists Frank Debenham and T.Griffith-Taylor

Captain Scott on Ski, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain Scott on Ski, c1910– 1913, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

HMS Endurance
The Royal Navys Antarctic Survey Vessel HMS Endurnace during her patrol of the Antarctic Peninsula early in 2007. HMS Endurance is the Royal Navys Ice Patrol ship whose function is to support British

Illustration, standing Rockhopper Penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome), side view

Gentoo Penguin - in winter woodland with snow and Christmas lights Digital Manipulation
COS-4328-m-c Gentoo Penguin - in winter woodland with snow and Christmas lights Digitally manipulated image Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Filming Scott of the Antarctic, with John Mills as Captain Scott RN, James Robertson Justice as Petty Officer Taff Evans, and Kenneth Moore as Lieutenant Evans

Oxo in the Antarctic - Captain Scott polar expedition
Advertisement for Oxo showing members of the ill-fated Captain Scott polar expedition to the South Pole enjoying an 11 o clock cup of OXO on board the Terra Nova

Ships off the Antarctic ice-shelf, 1800s
Two sailing-ships near the ice-shelf of Antarctica, 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Emperor Penguins, Aptenodytes forsteri, family, Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Old Whaling Ship the Petrel and Gentoo penguins at old whaling station of Grytviken South Georgia November

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Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes fosteri adult with chick travelling across sea ice of Weddell Sea near Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

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Antarctic Prion Pachyptila desolata Drake Passage Southern Ocean November

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Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

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Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

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Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes forsteri adult with chick Snow Hill Island Antarctica November

Emperor Penguin Aptenodytes fosteri with chick Weddell Sea Antarctica

Emperor Penguins Aptenodytes forsteri chicks Weddell Sea Antarctica

Killer Whales (Orcas), Southern Ocean

Drifting iceberg, Southern Ocean, Antarctica

Members of the Search Party who found Captain Scott
From left: Sub-lieutenant Gran, Petty-Officer Williamson and Mr E.W. Nelson (biologist), members of the relief party who discovered the bodies of Captain Scott

The spot where Captain Scott lies buried
A cross placed on top of a large cairn of snow marking the resting place of Captain Scott, Dr Wilson and Lieutenant Bowers

Robert Falcon Scott - at the Antarctic
Scott of the Antarctic. Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868 - 1912) - who lost his life in an ill-fated race to be the first person to reach the South Pole

Emperor Penguin - adult and two chicks. Snow hill island - Antarctica
WAT-11184 Emperor Penguin - adult and two chicks. Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penquin - Tobogganing on snow and ice faster than walking -Snow Hill Island - Antarctica - October
CK-4267 Emperor Penquin - Tobogganing on snow and ice faster than walking Snow Hill Island - Antarctica - October Aptenodytes forsteri Chris Knights Please note that prints are for personal display

Leopard Seal - & Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga) fighting
AU-102-GR Leopard SEAL (on right), facing up to Southern Elephant Seal (on left) Mirounga leonina Antarctic Hydrurga leptonyx Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin - Parent with Young Chick Aptenodytes forsteri Snow Hill Island Antarctica BI012200
COS-2399 Emperor Penguin - Parent with Young Chick Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri Bill Coster Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin - Young. Wearing Chistmas hat Snow hill island Antarctica
WAT-10885-m Emperor Penguin - young wearing Chistmas hat Snow hill island Antarctica Aptenodytes forsteri M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Emperor Penguin
PS-7840 EMPEROR PENGUINS - PAIR Antarctic Aptenodytes forsteri Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tabular iceberg floating in Weddell Sea, iceberg broken away from Larson C ice shelf. Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) colony dwarfed on sea ice below. Near Danger Islands, Antarctica

Jellyfish (Diplulmaris antarctica) Cuverville, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Wilson, Bowers, and Cherry-Garrard on Their Return from Cape Crozier, 1 August 1911, (1913). Doctor and naturalist Edward Wilson (1872-1912)

Captain L. E. G. Oates by the Stable Door, 30 August 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain L. E. G. Oates by the Stable Door, 30 August 1911, (1913). Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) suffering from gangrene and frostbite, walked from his tent into a blizzard

The Officers of the Terra Nova, 1912 Voyage, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Officers of the Terra Nova, 1912 Voyage; Left to right - Mr. Dennistoun, Bo sun Cheetham, Lt. Rennick, Paymaster Drake, Engineer Williams, Lt. Pennell, Lt. Bruce, Biologist Lillie, (1913)

Camp Under The Wild Range, 20 December 1911, (1913). Artist: Robert Falcon Scott
Camp Under The Wild Range, 20 December 1911, (1913). Three pyramid tents camped near Beardmore Glacier and Mount Wild: two figures can be seen sketching on the sledge

Bowers, Wilson, and Cherry-Garrard About To Leave For Cafe Crozier, 27 June 1911, (1913). Lieutenant Henry Birdie Bowers (1883-1912)

Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) diving near ice flow, Antarctica. Small reproduction only

penguin, King, pair

King penguins marching to sea to wash feathers
King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) adult birds marching to sea together for morning wash of feathers to maintain their insulating qualities

Chinstrap Penguin - next to a Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua). Half Moon Island - Antarctic Peninsula
WAT-13608 Chinstrap Penguin - next to a Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua). Half Moon Island - Antarctic Peninsula Pygoscelis antarcticus M

The sledge party to White Island, February 1902: Shackleton and Wilson making camp
CH375987 The sledge party to White Island, February 1902: Shackleton and Wilson making camp, 1902 (w/c on paper) by Wilson

Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton, 1874 A

A Sunset from Hut Point, April 2nd, 1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
A Sunset from Hut Point, April 2nd, 1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912) left London on 1 June 1910 bound for the South Pole

Map - British Antarctic Expedition 1910-13. Track Chart of Main Southern Journey, 1913. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) group walking along snow, Cuverville Island. Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Nicolaus Copernicus (14731543) Astronomer. Orbes Celeste
Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543). Renaissance mathematician and astronomer who formulated an heliocentric model of the universe which placed the Sun, rather than the Earth, at the center

Captain Scotts last Antarctic expedition
A group of some of the party, including Dr. E. A Wilson, the zoologist and artist (sitting first left); Lieut H. R Bowers (sitting second on left); Captain R

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"Exploring the Untamed Beauty: A Glimpse into Antarctica's Rich History" The Apollo 17 photograph of the whole earth showcases the mesmerizing view of Antarctica, a land untouched and enigmatic. Captain Robert Falcon Scott, known for his daring expeditions, even made an appearance in a Frys Cocoa advert, showcasing his adventurous spirit to the world. The Endurance expedition led by Sir Ernest Shackleton faced unimaginable challenges as their ship was trapped in ice, yet their resilience became synonymous with Antarctic exploration. Oronce Fine's world map from 1531 provides us with one of the earliest depictions of this icy continent that has captivated explorers throughout history. Witnessing Emperor Penguins brooding their chicks in the Weddell Sea reminds us of nature's remarkable ability to thrive even in extreme conditions. Sledging through treacherous terrains during Edward Wilson's iconic journey in 1911 reveals both the determination and hardships faced by early explorers like Captain Scott. In Captain Scott's workshop on board Terra Nova, we catch a glimpse of meticulous preparations undertaken before embarking on perilous journeys into uncharted territories. Snow Hill Island becomes witness to heartwarming scenes as Emperor Penguin adults diligently care for their adorable chicks amidst harsh Antarctic winters. Sir Ernest Henry Shackleton stands tall among polar explorers who pushed boundaries and left an indelible mark on our understanding of this icy wonderland. Captured alongside fellow adventurers, Sir Ernest Shackleton exudes leadership and camaraderie while embodying the spirit that defines Antarctic exploration. Amundsen's Tent at South Pole immortalizes January 1912 when Roald Amundsen reached this coveted destination first—a testament to human ambition and endurance against all odds. Shackleton Portrait encapsulates his unwavering determination and resilience, inspiring generations to embrace the spirit of exploration and discovery.