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Sea of Ice at Montanvert Glacier, 18th century
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Sea of Ice at Montanvert Glacier, 18th century
Sea of Ice (Mer de Glace) at Montanvert Glacier, Chamonix, France, 18th century tourist attraction. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1802
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving depicts the breathtaking Sea of Ice (Mer de Glace) at Montanvert Glacier in Chamonix, France, as it appeared in the 18th century. The image, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1802, showcases the awe-inspiring natural phenomenon that drew countless tourists to the Mont Blanc massif. The engraving captures the vast expanse of the glacier, its icy surface shimmering in the sunlight, reflecting the brilliant blue hues of the surrounding mountains and the clear, azure sky above. The intricate details of the ice formations, with their jagged edges and crevasses, are beautifully rendered, giving a sense of the raw power and beauty of the glacier. The Montanvert Glacier, located at the base of the Mont Blanc massif, was a popular destination for tourists during the 18th and 19th centuries. The engraving reflects the fascination and wonder that these early travelers felt as they gazed upon the frozen sea, a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world. The geological marvel of the glacier is further emphasized by the inclusion of a small group of tourists in the foreground, dwarfed by the vast expanse of ice before them. Their presence underscores the sense of scale and the awe-inspiring grandeur of the natural wonder, as well as the human desire to explore and understand the world around us. This engraving is an invaluable historical and encyclopedic record of the Montanvert Glacier as it appeared over two centuries ago, offering a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the enduring allure of the natural world.
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