Lawrence Oates Collection

Amundsens Tent at the South Pole, January 1912, (1913). Artist: Henry Bowers
Amundsens Tent at the South Pole, January 1912, (1913). Expedition leader Captain Robert F Scott (1868-1912), Dr Edward Wilson (1872-1912) and Petty Officer Edgar Evans (1876-1912)

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

At The South Pole, (Bowers pulls the string), January 1912, (1913). Artist: Henry Bowers
At The South Pole, (Bowers pulls the string), January 1912, (1913). Left to right: Captain Lawrence Oates, Captain Robert Falcon Scott, Petty Officer Edgar Evans

Captain Oates, on the Terra Nova with the Siberian Ponies, c1911, (1914)
Captain Oates, on the " Terra Nova" with the Siberian Ponies, c1911, (1914). British Antarctic explorer Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) with expedition ponies and dogs

Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in the Stables, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in the Stables, 1911, (1913). Captain Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) and dog-team driver Cecil Meares cooking seal blubber to feed the sledge dogs

On the Way to the Pole, c1911, (1913). Artist: Edward Wilson
On the Way to the Pole. Some of his companions sketched by Dr. Edward A. Wilson: R.F.S. - Captain Scott. B.H.R.B. - Birdie Bowers. T.O. - Titus Oates. A.C.-G. - Apsley Cherry-Garrard. P.K

The Stables in Winter, c1910–1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Stables in Winter, (The figure is Captain Oates) c1910– 1911, (1913). Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) suffering from gangrene and frostbite, walked from his tent into a blizzard

Oates and Meares Out Ski-Ing in the Night, c1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Oates and Meares Out Ski-Ing in the Night, c1911, (1913). Captain Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) and dog-team driver Cecil Meares on skis

The Polar Party: On the Trail, c1910, (1913). Artist: Henry Bowers
The Polar Party: On the Trail, c1910, (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

Captain Scotts Last Birthday Dinner, 6 Jun 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
Captain Scotts Last Birthday Dinner, 6 Jun 1911, (1913). Celebrating expedition leader Robert F Scotts 43rd birthday, left to right: Atkinson, Meares, Cherry-Garrard, Oates (standing), Taylor

The Tenements (Cherry-Garrard, Bowers, Oates, Meares, Atkinson), 9 October 1911, (1913). Bunks in the hut of Assistant zoologist Apsley Cherry-Garrard, Lieutenant Henry Robertson Bowers

The Main Party at Cape Evans After The Winter, 1911, (1913). Artist: Herbert Ponting
The Main Party at Cape Evans After The Winter, 1911, (1913). Mr. Taylor. Mr. Cherry-Garrard. Mr. Day. Mr. Nelson. Lieut. Evans. Capt. Oates. Dr. Atkinson. Capt. Scott. Mr. Wright. Lieut. Gran

Memorial Cross Erected at Observation Hill to the Southern Party, 1913. Artist: Frank Debenham
Memorial Cross Erected at Observation Hill to the Southern Party, 1913. Wooden cross erected to commemorate the deaths of Scotts pole party, inscribed with their names: Dr EA Wilson

Captain Oates and Ponies on the Terra Nova, c1910–1913, (1913). Artist
Captain Oates and Ponies on the Terra Nova, c1910– 1913, (1913). Lawrence Titus Oates (1880-1912) suffering from gangrene and frostbite, walked from his tent into a blizzard

Oates and Meares at the Blubber Stove in the Stables, Antarctica, 1911. Artist
Oates and Meares at the Blubber Stove in the Stables, Antarctica, 1911. Two of the members of Captain Scotts Terra Nova South Pole expedtion

Captain Oates (1880-1912), English Antarctic explorer, 1916
Captain Lawrence Edward Grace Titus Oates (1880-1912), English cavalry officer with the 6th (Inniskilling) Dragoons, and later an Antarctic explorer

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Lawrence Oates, a brave and resilient explorer, played a significant role in the ill-fated Terra Nova Expedition led by Captain Robert Falcon Scott. In January 1912, amidst the harsh conditions of the South Pole, artist Henry Bowers captured a poignant moment in his painting "Amundsen's Tent at the South Pole. " This artwork immortalizes Oates' determination as he stands alongside his fellow explorers. Another artwork by Bowers titled "At The South Pole" showcases Oates pulling a string, symbolizing their arduous journey and unwavering teamwork. These paintings serve as reminders of the immense challenges faced by these courageous men. In August 1911, Herbert Ponting depicted Captain L. E. G. Oates standing proudly by the stable door in his artwork titled "Captain Oates by the Stable Door. " This image portrays him as a strong and reliable leader who was essential to their expedition's success. Oates' contribution to the expedition extended beyond leadership; he also played an instrumental role in managing Siberian ponies during their voyage on board Terra Nova. A painting from 1914 called "Captain Oates on Terra Nova with Siberian Ponies" captures this aspect of his involvement. Herbert Ponting's painting titled "Oates and Meares at the Blubber-Stove in Stables" reveals moments of camaraderie between Lawrence Oates and Cecil Meares during their time spent together near a warm stove. It highlights not only their physical endurance but also their ability to find solace amidst extreme conditions. Edward Wilson's artistic portrayal named "On The Way to The Pole" showcases Lawrence Oates alongside other members of the polar party marching towards their ultimate goal. Their determined expressions reflect both hope and uncertainty for what lies ahead. "The Stables in Winter, " painted by Herbert Ponting, depicts how they adapted to survive freezing temperatures while taking care of animals vital for transportation purposes during the expedition.