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Cape Melville and Melvilles Monument, illustration from A Voyage of discovery
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Cape Melville and Melvilles Monument, illustration from A Voyage of discovery
931418 Cape Melville and Melvilles Monument, illustration from A Voyage of discovery... 1819 (hand-coloured engraving)
by Ross, John (1777-1856) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Voyage of discovery, made under the orders of the Admiralty, in His Majestys Ships Isabella and Alexander, for the purpose of exploring Baffins Bay and inquiring into the probability of a North-West Passage. Pub. John Murray, London, 1819
Melville Island is a vast, uninhabited island of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago with an area of 42, 149 km2 (16, 274 sq mi).); The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 22638888
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Archipelago Arctic Cape Explorers Frozen Iceberg Icebergs Intrepid Melville North Northwest Passage Pole Remote Travellers Voyage America Continent Canadians
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This print showcases the awe-inspiring beauty of Cape Melville and Melvilles Monument, as depicted in an illustration from A Voyage of Discovery. The hand-coloured engraving, created by John Ross in 1819, transports us back to a time when intrepid explorers embarked on perilous journeys to unravel the mysteries of uncharted territories. The image captures the frozen landscape of Melville Island, a vast and uninhabited island located within the Canadian Arctic Archipelago. With its remote and untouched wilderness spanning over 42,149 square kilometers (16,274 square miles), this icy terrain symbolizes both the allure and challenges faced by early explorers. Melvilles Monument stands tall amidst this frozen archipelago, serving as a testament to human resilience and curiosity. It commemorates the courageous efforts made during a voyage undertaken under Admiralty orders to explore Baffins Bay and investigate the possibility of finding a Northwest Passage. As we gaze upon this enchanting scene, we are reminded of the bravery exhibited by these British explorers who ventured into unknown territory with determination etched on their faces. This image encapsulates not only their quest for discovery but also highlights Canada's rich history intertwined with exploration. Through this hand-coloured engraving from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the breathtaking landscapes that shaped our understanding of North America's western hemisphere.
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