Story: Glaciers and glaciation
This watercolour of the lower end of the Fox Glacier was painted by Sir William Fox, who was premier at the time of his visit in 1872. Originally called the Albert Glacier, it was renamed after Fox to honour him. Since then most glaciers have melted considerably, and the Fox has thinned and retreated up the valley.
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Alexander Turnbull Library
Reference: B-113-018
Watercolour by William Fox
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