Journey to the Center of the Earth 1864

"Journey to the Center of the Earth" is an illustration by Edouard Riou, created in 1864. The dramatic black and white engraving depicts a scene from Jules Verne's novel of the same name. The image captures the perilous journey of the explorers as they navigate a subterranean landscape on a raft, illuminated by a flickering torch. Riou's detailed and dynamic style captures the sense of adventure and danger found in Verne's classic science fiction tale. The image is a powerful visual representation of the explorers' courage and determination to overcome the unknown.