George Murray Levick Collection

Hansens Grave On Cape Adare, 1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Hansens Grave On Cape Adare, 1911, (1913). Norwegian zoologist and Antarctic explorer Nicolai Hanson (1870-1899) was a member of the Southern Cross Expedition led by Carsten Borchgrevink to

Launch of the Pram, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Launch of the Pram, c1911, (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

Skua Gulls Fighting Over Some Blubber, 1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Skua Gulls Fighting Over Some Blubber, 1911, (1913). Skuas at Cape Adare. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Penguins Promenade, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Penguins Promenade, c1911, (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

Dugdale Glacier, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Dugdale Glacier, c1911, (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

The Two Kayaks Ashore, c1911, 1913. Artist: G Murray Levick
The Two Kayaks Ashore, c1911, 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

Campbell Afloat in a Kayak, 1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Campbell Afloat in a Kayak, 1911, (1913). Canvas sledge boat nicknamed the Great Western, invented by Lieutenant Victor Campbell

Browning at the Igloo Door, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Browning at the Igloo Door, 1912, (1913). Petty officer Frank V Browning at entrance to ice cave. The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Levicks Camp Among Crevasses, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Levicks Camp Among Crevasses, 1912, (1913). Naval surgeon George Murray Levick (1876-1956) and five other expedition members were forced to overwinter in a cramped ice cave when pack ice prevented

Inside Door of Igloo by Light of Blubber Lamps, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Inside Door of Igloo by Light of Blubber Lamps, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Crevassed Ice at Entrance to Priestley Glacier, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Crevassed Ice at Entrance to Priestley Glacier, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Ice Structure, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Ice Structure, c1911, (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

The Northern Party at Cape Adare, 1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
The Northern Party at Cape Adare (Left to right, top - Abbott, Dickason, Browning; bottom - Priestley, Campbell, Levick), 1911, (1913)

The Hut at Cape Adare, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
The Hut at Cape Adare, c1911, (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

Camp in the Cave Under Penelope Point, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Camp in the Cave Under Penelope Point, 1912, (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

Lieut. Campbells Party on their Return to Cape Evans, 7 November 1912, (1913). Northern party on arrival at Cape Evans, with laden sledge

Campbell and Priestley Afloat on Pancake Ice, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Campbell and Priestley Afloat on Pancake Ice, 1912, (1913). Expedition members Lieutenant Victor Campbell and geologist Raymond Priestley

Penguins Jumping On to The Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Penguins Jumping On to The Ice-Foot, c1911, (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

Face of a Glacier in Victoria Land, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Face of a Glacier in Victoria Land, c1911, (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

Penguins on Ice-Foot, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Penguins on Ice-Foot, c1911, (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

Re-Cemented Crevasse, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Re-Cemented Crevasse, c1911, (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

Levick Outside Camp at Penelope Point, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Levick Outside Camp at Penelope Point, 1912, (1913). Naval surgeon George Murray Levick (1876-1956) and five other expedition members were forced to overwinter in a cramped ice cave when pack ice

Lillie and Dr. Levick Sorting a Trawl Catch, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Lillie and Dr. Levick Sorting a Trawl Catch, c1910– 1913, (1913). Biologist Dennis G Lillie and medical officer G. Murray Levick

Ice Cave, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Ice Cave, c1911, (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

Igloo Passage, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Igloo Passage, Looking Towards The Steps Leading Outside, Down Which The Light Is Shining, 1912, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Exterior of Igloo, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Exterior of Igloo - The dark heap on the left consists of old seal bones and refuse thrown out by the party below, c1911, (1913)

Slope of the Warning Glacier, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Slope of the Warning Glacier, c1911, (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

The Warning. An Oncoming Blizzard, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
The Warning. An Oncoming Blizzard, c1911, (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

Clearing Drift from Window of Hut at Cape Adare, c1911, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Clearing Drift from Window of Hut at Cape Adare, c1911, (1913). The final expedition of British Antarctic explorer Captain Robert Falcon Scott (1868-1912)

Group After Winter in Igloo, 1912, (1913). Artist: G Murray Levick
Group After Winter in Igloo, 1912, (1913). Northern Party after winter in snow cave: Priestley, Levick, Dickason, Browning and Abbott, looking dirty and dishevelled

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George Murray Levick was a talented artist and member of the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. His artwork captured the breathtaking beauty and harsh realities of life in Antarctica during the early 20th century. In his painting "Hansens Grave On Cape Adare, " Levick pays tribute to fallen comrades, reminding us of the sacrifices made in pursuit of scientific discovery. The "Launch of the Pram" showcases Levick's attention to detail as he captures a pivotal moment in expedition preparations. Another piece, "Skua Gulls Fighting Over Some Blubber, " depicts nature's struggle for survival amidst unforgiving conditions. Levick also documented the playful side of Antarctic wildlife with his painting "Penguins Promenade. " This charming scene transports us into their world as they waddle across icy terrain. In contrast, his work titled "Dugdale Glacier" reveals the awe-inspiring grandeur and power of nature that surrounded him. The paintings "The Two Kayaks Ashore" and "Campbell Afloat in a Kayak" demonstrate Levick's ability to capture human resilience against an unforgiving landscape. These images showcase both solitude and camaraderie within this extreme environment. In addition to capturing moments from daily life on expeditions, Levick also depicted more intimate scenes such as Browning at the Igloo Door. " This piece offers a glimpse into their living quarters and highlights their reliance on blubber lamps for light. Levick's artistry extends beyond documenting people and animals; he also portrayed stunning natural formations like crevasses in pieces such as "Levicks Camp Among Crevasses" and "Crevassed Ice at Entrance to Priestley Glacier. " These works convey both danger and beauty simultaneously. Lastly, his painting titled "Ice Structure" provides viewers with an abstract representation that invites contemplation about Antarctica's ever-changing landscapes.