Photo Mug : General view of Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa
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General view of Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa
General view of Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa, around the time of the Empire Exhibition, showing a football ground, the offices of British General Electric, and cyanide dumps from mining in the distance. Date: circa 1936
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Media ID 14371000
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Cyanide Dump Dumps Gosse Horace Johannesburg Mine Mines Mining Pile Piles Poison Poisonous Roof Roofs Soil Southern Toxic Transvaal 1936
Photo Mug
Bring a piece of South African history into your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an iconic image of Johannesburg, Transvaal, around the time of the Empire Exhibition, this mug showcases the bustling cityscape with its football ground and British General Electric offices. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant colors that bring the image to life. Perfect for tea or coffee breaks, these mugs make unique and thoughtful gifts for history enthusiasts, football fans, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of South Africa's past. Order yours today and start your day with a dose of inspiration and nostalgia!
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the general view of Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa, during the 1930s, around the time of the Empire Exhibition. The image showcases a bustling urban landscape, with a football ground in the foreground, symbolizing the city's vibrant community life. In the mid-ground, the modern offices of British General Electric stand tall, their sleek roofs reflecting the sun's rays. As the eyes wander beyond the cityscape, the stark reality of Johannesburg's industrial past comes into focus. In the distance, ominous cyanide dumps from the gold mines can be seen, their piles of toxic soil a grim reminder of the heavy price paid for the city's prosperity. The use of cyanide in gold mining was a common practice during this era, but its poisonous nature posed a significant threat to both the environment and the health of the local population. This photograph, taken around 1936, offers a unique glimpse into the complexities of Johannesburg during the 1930s. The contrast between the city's industrial progress and the environmental consequences of that progress is a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by urban centers during this period. The image is attributed to Horace Gosse or Gillman, two renowned photographers of the time, but it is not clear which one captured this particular scene. Regardless, this photograph stands as an important historical document, shedding light on the intricate relationship between industry, urbanization, and the environment in Johannesburg during the 1930s.
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