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On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields, a Post-House (engraving)
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On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields, a Post-House (engraving)
1604974 On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields, a Post-House (engraving) by Price, Julius Mandes (1857-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields, a Post-House. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 11 January 1896.
Julius M Price); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23067724
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving, titled "On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields, a Post-House" takes us back in time to the exhilarating era of gold mining in Australia. Created by Julius Mandes Price in 1896, this print offers a glimpse into the arduous journey undertaken by those seeking fortune during the Murchison Gold Rush. The scene depicts a post-house situated along the dusty road leading to the gold fields. The humble structure stands as a beacon of hope for weary travelers and prospectors alike. Its weathered walls bear witness to countless tales of triumph and disappointment that have passed through its doors. As we study this intricate engraving, our eyes are drawn to every minute detail meticulously captured by Price's skilled hand. The surrounding landscape is vast and unforgiving, with rugged mountains looming on the horizon. A lone horse-drawn carriage approaches from afar, stirring up clouds of dust as it navigates its way towards prosperity. This artwork not only showcases Price's artistic prowess but also serves as an invaluable historical document. It transports us back to an era when dreams were pursued with unwavering determination and fortunes were won or lost within these very landscapes. In preserving this moment in time, "On the Road to Murchison Gold-Fields" invites us to reflect upon our own aspirations and reminds us that sometimes it is not just about reaching our destination but rather embracing the journey itself – no matter how challenging or uncertain it may be.
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