Iceberg in Baffins Bay, July 1819, from Journal of a Voyage for the Discovery of a North West Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific performed in the Years 1819-20, by William Edward Parry, published 1821

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"Iceberg in Baffins Bay, July 1819" is an evocative illustration from the book "Journal of a Voyage for the Discovery of a North West Passage from the Atlantic to the Pacific performed in the Years 1819-20," authored by William Edward Parry and published in 1821. The illustration was created by the renowned artist William Westall, who was known for his detailed and dramatic depictions of landscapes and seascapes. This particular work captures the stark and majestic beauty of an iceberg in Baffin Bay, a body of water located between Baffin Island and the west coast of Greenland, which was a significant area of exploration during the early 19th century.

The illustration is significant not only for its artistic merit but also for its historical context. It was produced during Parry's first Arctic expedition, which aimed to discover a navigable Northwest Passage—a sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through the Arctic Ocean. This expedition was part of a series of British naval explorations driven by the desire to find a shorter trade route to Asia and to assert British naval dominance.

Parry's expedition, which took place from 1819 to 1820, was one of the most successful of its time, reaching further west than any previous attempt. The detailed journal and accompanying illustrations provided valuable insights into the Arctic environment, the challenges of polar navigation, and the interactions with indigenous Inuit populations. Westall's "Iceberg in Baffins Bay, July 1819" serves as a visual document of the harsh and awe-inspiring conditions faced by the explorers.

The publication of Parry's journal, complete with Westall's illustrations, was met with great interest and acclaim. It contributed significantly to the body of knowledge about the Arctic and inspired future explorations. The illustration remains a poignant reminder of the era's spirit of discovery and the enduring allure of the Arctic's icy expanses.

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