A glacier table before 1866

"A Glacier Table" is a photograph by Ernest Edwards, taken before 1866. This small-scale image captures a glacial table, a natural phenomenon created when a rock is left exposed on top of a glacier, melting at a slower rate than the surrounding ice. The table's formation is due to the rock's protective qualities, shielding the ice below from the sun's heat and the melting process. Edwards's image is a detailed and fascinating glimpse into the dynamics of glacial environments.