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On the Way to the Transvaal Gold Fields (engraving)
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On the Way to the Transvaal Gold Fields (engraving)
1047157 On the Way to the Transvaal Gold Fields (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Way to the Transvaal Gold Fields. Illustration for The Graphic, 22 March 1890.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22504990
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
1887 1890 Johannesburg Transvaal Gold Fields
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This engraving titled "On the Way to the Transvaal Gold Fields" takes us back to 19th century South Africa, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in history. The print showcases an English School's artistic interpretation of the journey towards the gold-rich region known as Transvaal. The scene is set against the backdrop of Springbok Flats, with its vast and untamed beauty stretching out before us. A group of determined individuals can be seen making their way through this rugged terrain, symbolizing the adventurous spirit that fueled the gold rush era. They traverse alongside Zoutspansberg, a mountain range renowned for its mineral wealth. As we delve deeper into this artwork, our eyes are drawn to Johannesburg on the horizon – a city that would soon become synonymous with prosperity and opportunity. Its emerging architecture hints at rapid development and promises of fortune waiting to be claimed. Dating back to 1887, this engraving was originally published in The Graphic on March 22nd, 1890. It serves as both an informative illustration and a testament to human ambition during one of South Africa's most significant historical periods. Preserved within private collections today, this print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only its artistic value but also offers insight into an important chapter in global mining history.
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