Julius von Payer was an Austrian explorer and painter born on September 24, 1842. He is best known for his expeditions to the Arctic and Antarctic regions during the late 19th century. Payer's most notable journey was the Franz Josef Land expedition, where he contributed to the mapping of the Arctic archipelago. In addition to his exploration work, Payer was a talented artist, creating detailed paintings and sketches of the landscapes and wildlife he encountered. His artistic skills helped document the beauty of the polar regions, making his contributions valuable to both science and art. Payer passed away on July 16, 1915.