Icefloe Collection

South America, Chile, Ultima Esperanza Fjord. The blue ice of Balmaceda Glacier creeps toward Chiles Ultima Esperanza Fjord

A polar bear (ursus maritimus) on the pack ice in Svalbard

Jokulsarlon balck beach, Southern Iceland

The Argentine Corvette Uruguay in the Antarctic (oil on board)
Ma225409 The Argentine Corvette Uruguay in the Antarctic (oil on board) by Martino, Eduardo de (1838-1912); 10x15.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: responsible for the rescue of Dr)

Ivory Gull (Pagophila eburnea) adult, standing on icefloe, Erik Eriksenstretet, Svalbard, August

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) footprints on icefloe, Erik Eriksenstretet, Svalbard, August

View of ocean with icefloes in evening light, Erik Eriksenstretet, Svalbard, August

View of ocean with icefloes in light of midnight sun, Erik Eriksenstretet, Svalbard, August

Tourist helicopter in flight over pack ice, departing to visit Harp Seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) colony, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada, March

Tourists with helicopter on pack ice, preparing to visit Harp Seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) colony, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada, March

Aerial view of pack ice, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada, March

Harp Seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) pup, close-up of head, resting on pack ice, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada, March

Harp Seal (Pagophilus groenlandicus) adult female, looking out from breathing hole on pack ice, Magdalen Islands, Gulf of St. Lawrence, Quebec, Canada, March

View of ice floes in polar night, Spitsbergen, Svalbard

Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) adult, feeding on prey, standing on pack ice in habitat, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, september

Glaucous Gull (Larus hyperboreus) silhouetted at sunset, standing on ice floe in habitat, Arctic Sea, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, august

Antarctic Minke Whale (Balaenoptera bonaerensis) adult, surfacing amongst ice floes, Neko Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Icebreaker with Zodiac rigid-hulled inflatable boats on deck, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, september

Origo icebreaker moored in pack ice, Arctic Sea, Svalbard, september

Crabeater Seal (Lobodon carcinophagus) adult, resting on ice floe, Lemaire Channel, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Ivory Gull (Pagophila eburnea) adult, feeding, scavenging on Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) carcass, on pack ice, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, september

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"Exploring the Icy Wonders: A Journey from South America to the North Pole" In the remote Ultima Esperanza Fjord of Chile, a breathtaking sight awaits. The blue ice of Balmaceda Glacier creeps slowly, creating an ethereal landscape that seems straight out of a dream. As you stand there in awe, it's hard not to imagine yourself transported to another world. But this icy wonder is not limited to South America alone. In Svalbard, amidst the pack ice, a majestic polar bear gracefully roams. Its white fur blends seamlessly with its surroundings as it traverses across frozen terrain. From Jokulsarlon black beach in Southern Iceland to Erik Eriksenstretet in Svalbard, these magnificent creatures find solace on vast expanses of icefloe. The journey continues northward aboard the Polar Star ship which once carried Prince Luigi Amedeo of Savoy-Aosta towards his destination - the North Pole itself. This vessel has witnessed countless adventures and explorations throughout history. Meanwhile, even further south lies Antarctica where brave sailors aboard the Argentine Corvette Uruguay braved treacherous waters and harsh conditions for scientific exploration. Their oil painting captures both their triumphs and struggles against nature's might. As we delve deeper into this frozen realm, we encounter more incredible wildlife thriving within this icy habitat. An adult Ivory Gull stands proudly on an icefloe in Erik Eriksenstretet while nearby a polar bear rests at sunset after a long day's journey. Footprints left by these remarkable creatures mark their presence upon each passing icefloe – evidence of their resilience and adaptability in such extreme environments. From South America's glaciers to Svalbard's Arctic landscapes, our fascination with these icy wonders only grows stronger with every step taken upon them. These frozen realms hold secrets waiting to be discovered by those willing to venture forth into their icy embrace.