Vaal Collection

Vintage 19th century photograph: bend in the Vaal River, South Africa

Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa (engraving)
1057893 Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River)

Vintage 19th century photograph: Barkly Bridge, Vaal River, South Africa

Generals French and Hutton crossing the Vaal into Transvaal Territory (litho)
1039774 Generals French and Hutton crossing the Vaal into Transvaal Territory (litho) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

View of the Riet River (b / w photo)
1599322 View of the Riet River (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Riet River)

The Great Advance. Royal Horse Artillery, Cavalry Division, Crossing The Vaal During The Second Boer War. From The Book South Africa And The Transvaal War By Louis Creswicke, Published 1900

South Africa - Fourteen Streams Railway Bridge over Vaal Riv
Lantern slide of The Fourteen Streams Railway Bridge over the Vaal River. Part of Box 287 South Africa Diamond Mines, part of Boswell Collection, slide no. 56. Date: circa 1890s

Christiania, North West Province, South Africa
Vaal River diggings, Christiania, a diamond town in North West Province, South Africa. Date: 1907

Catt the The Bend on the Vaal River, South Africa, circa 1888 (Robert Harris studio). Date: circa 1888

Illustrated London News cover - the Diamond Diggers
Front cover of The Illustrated London News showing two diamond diggers in South Africa, in the valley of the Vaal river, Orange Free State

South Africa - The Vaal River, Barkley West
The Vaal River, Barkley West, near Kimberley, Frances Baard, Northern Cape, South Africa. Date: 1900s

South Africa - Vaal River
Black and white image of the Vaal River, South Africa, showing horse-drawn carriages crossing pont in foreground and Barkley Bridge in background

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Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa

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Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa

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Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa

Buffalo Hunters in the Transvaal, South Africa
BUFFALO HUNTERS IN THE TRANSVaL, SOUTH AFRICA. Transvaal is a geographic term associated with land north of (i.e. beyond) the Vaal River in modern day South Africa

Washing Sand for Diamonds on the Banks of the Vaal River
WASHING SAND FOR DIAMONDS ON THE BANKS OF THE VaL RIVER. The Vaal is one of the most important rivers of South Africa

BUFFALO HUNTERS IN THE TRANSVaL, SOUTH AFRICA. Transvaal is a geographic term associated with land north of (i.e. beyond) the Vaal River in modern day South Africa

Washing Sand for Diamonds on the Banks of the Vaal River. the Vaal is One of The
WASHING SAND FOR DIAMONDS ON THE BANKS OF THE VaL RIVER. The Vaal is one of the most important rivers of South Africa

South Africa
Panorama of the Diamond Fields, Vaal River, South Africa

Drowned in the Vaal: De Wets fellow conspirator, General Beyers

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"Journey through Time: Exploring the Enchanting Vaal River in 19th Century South Africa" Step back into history with vintage photographs capturing the beauty and allure of the Vaal River in South Africa. In a captivating bend of the river, a 19th-century photograph transports us to an era long gone, where nature's serenity reigns supreme. The Fourteen Streams Railway Bridge over the Vaal Riv stands as a testament to human ingenuity, bridging gaps and connecting communities. This engineering marvel symbolizes progress and unity amidst breathtaking surroundings. A panoramic engraving takes us on an adventure to the Diamond Fields along the Vaal River. The glimmering promise of precious gems lured dreamers from far and wide, forever changing this landscape's destiny. Another vintage photograph showcases Barkly Bridge, gracefully arching over the tranquil waters. It serves as a gateway between worlds, inviting travelers to explore new horizons while preserving its historical charm. Witness Generals French and Hutton crossing into Transvaal Territory via the mighty Vaal River in a lithograph that echoes bravery and determination during times of conflict. Their journey represents resilience against adversity etched into these very waters. Capture another glimpse through time with a black-and-white photo featuring Riet River—a place where life thrived harmoniously alongside nature's bounty. Christiania in North West Province tells tales of community spirit rooted deep within this region's soul. At The Bend on the Vaal River circa 1880s, Catt immortalized moments frozen in time—an idyllic scene that encapsulates peace amid untouched wilderness. These images remind us of simpler times when humans coexisted harmoniously with their environment. The Illustrated London News cover brings forth visions of diamond diggers unearthing treasures beneath South African soil—men who ventured bravely into uncertainty for fortunes untold but dreams realized nonetheless.