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To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, I (engraving)
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To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, I (engraving)
1055349 To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, I (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, I. Illustration for The Graphic, 19 January 1889.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22637992
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Driving Durban Flock Of Sheep Gold Mining Natal Transvaal Gold Fields West Street
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This engraving, titled "To the Transvaal Gold-Fields via Natal, I" takes us back to the 19th century in South Africa. The image showcases a bustling scene on West Street in Durban, as people go about their daily activities against a backdrop of historical significance. In the foreground, we see a group of men driving a flock of sheep through the busy street. Their presence reminds us that despite the gold rush happening in the region, agriculture still played an important role in sustaining everyday life. Beyond them lies Innes Breakwater, stretching out into the vast Indian Ocean. The artist skillfully captures both the excitement and challenges faced by those seeking fortune in gold mining. To our left, we catch glimpses of miners making their way towards what awaits them at Transvaal Gold Fields – a land rich with potential wealth but also filled with uncertainty. As we take in this print from Bridgeman Images' Private Collection, it's impossible not to be transported back to an era defined by exploration and ambition. This illustration originally appeared in The Graphic on January 19th, 1889 – providing readers with a glimpse into distant lands and adventures unfolding far away from home. Through this evocative artwork, we are reminded of how history shapes our present-day world and invites us to reflect on the journeys taken by those who came before us.
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