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Natural Basin, with Dam, in Course of Completion by the Johannesburg Waterworks Company for an Additional Supply (engraving)
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Natural Basin, with Dam, in Course of Completion by the Johannesburg Waterworks Company for an Additional Supply (engraving)
1605259 Natural Basin, with Dam, in Course of Completion by the Johannesburg Waterworks Company for an Additional Supply (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Natural Basin, with Dam, in Course of Completion by the Johannesburg Waterworks Company for an Additional Supply. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 April 1896.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23403834
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving titled "Natural Basin, with Dam, in Course of Completion by the Johannesburg Waterworks Company for an Additional Supply" takes us back to 1896 South Africa. The image showcases a picturesque natural basin surrounded by lush vegetation and rocky terrain. In the center stands a magnificent dam, still under construction, as workers diligently labor to complete it. The Johannesburg Waterworks Company undertook this ambitious project to provide an additional water supply for the growing city. As we gaze at this print, we can't help but marvel at the sheer magnitude of human effort required to tame nature's forces and harness them for the benefit of society. Melton Prior, a renowned artist of his time, beautifully captures every detail in this engraving. From the intricate textures of rocks and foliage to the subtle play of light on water surfaces - each element is meticulously rendered. This artwork not only serves as a historical record but also evokes a sense of awe and appreciation for mankind's ability to shape its environment. It reminds us that progress often comes hand-in-hand with our determination to overcome challenges and improve our living conditions. As we admire this enchanting scene frozen in time, let us reflect on how far we have come since then while acknowledging that our responsibility towards preserving natural resources remains just as crucial today.
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