Walvisvaarders 'Diana' en 'Nova Zembla' varen nabij Dexterity Harbour, Baffineiland 1902

This 1902 stereoscopic photograph, created by an anonymous artist, depicts the whaling ships 'Diana' and 'Nova Zembla' sailing near Dexterity Harbour in Baffin Island. The ships, captured in crisp detail, are shown navigating a landscape of ice floes, creating a sense of both beauty and danger. The image's composition, with the ships as central focal points, emphasizes the vastness of the Arctic environment, highlighting the daring spirit of the whalers who ventured into these treacherous waters. This photograph offers a glimpse into the history of whaling in the Arctic, capturing a moment in time where human ambition and the forces of nature converged.