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The Gold Fever in California and Australia (engraving)
1607470 The Gold Fever in California and Australia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Gold Fever in California and Australia. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 22 May 1852.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23403168
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
California Drawn Escort Gold Mining Issuing Weighing Gold Dust Gold Fever Licenses
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The Gold Fever in California and Australia" captures the essence of a transformative era in history. This engraving, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, transports us back to a time when dreams of wealth and prosperity lured countless individuals across continents. The image depicts scenes from both California and Australia during the height of gold fever. In California, we witness the bustling activity surrounding gold mining operations. Miners can be seen diligently working at Ballarat diggings while others weigh precious gold dust. The issuing of licenses is also depicted, highlighting the strict regulations put in place to control this newfound frenzy. In Australia, we are transported to a scene where horse-drawn escorts transport valuable cargo through rugged landscapes. The determination on their faces reflects the arduous journey undertaken for fortune's sake. This print not only showcases human endeavor but also provides glimpses into wildlife and farm animals that coexisted with these ambitious prospectors. It serves as a reminder that amidst all our pursuits for riches, nature remains an integral part of our existence. "The Gold Fever in California and Australia" encapsulates the spirit of adventure, hope, and perseverance that defined this remarkable period in history. As we gaze upon this engraving today, it offers us a window into an extraordinary chapter filled with dreams realized or shattered against untamed frontiers.
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