South African Collection (#99)

ZULU PRINCE, 1879. Dabulamanzi, brother of King Cetewayo, commander of the Zulu army at the Battle of Isandlwana. Wood engraving, 1879

ZULU WAR: NATIVES, 1879. British General Lord Chelmsford reviewing the native contingent on the banks of the Tugela River. Wood engraving, 1879

ZULU WAR: LaGER DEFENSE. British forces circling wagons against a Zulu assault, known as a laager defense. Wood engraving, 1879

ZULU WAR: RETREAT, 1879. Retreat of British soldiers across the Buffalo River following their defeat at the Battle of Isandlwana, 22 January 1879. Wood engraving from a contemporary English newspaper

SOUTH AFRICA: ZULUS, 1864. A Zulu Group. Wood engraving from Reverend Lewis Grouts Zulu-land, or Life among the Zulu Kafirs of Natal and Zulu-land, Philadelphia, 1864

AFRICA: ZULU DANCE, 1836. Great Dance at Embellybelli. Lithograph from Captain Allen Francis Gardiners Narrative of a Voyage to the Zoolu Country in South Africa, London, 1836

SOUTH AFRICA: DIAMOND AREA. Klipdrift, South Africa, at the diamond-digging area. Wood engraving, 1871

QUAGGA. The quagga, a now extinct South African wild ass (Equus quagga). Wood engraving, 19th century

GATLING GUN, 1879. English sailors at Gatling gun practice at Fort Pearson on the Tugela River during the Zulu War in South Africa. Wood engraving, 1879

SOUTH AFRICA: IVORY TRADE. Bringing Ivory to the Waggons in South Africa. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1868

SOUTH AFRICA: ZULU KAFFIRS. Zulu Kaffirs of Natal, South Africa. Wood engraving, English, 1865

SOUTH AFRICA: CAPE TOWN. Steel engraving, 19th century

SOUTH AFRICA, 1841. Pass of the Great Fish River, South Africa. Steel engraving by F. Goodall, after a drawing by William Purser. London, England, 1841

SOUTH AFRICA: CAPE TOWN. A view of Cape Town, including Table Mountain and Table Bay. Line engraving, French, 18th century

MISSIONARIES IN AFRICA. The Reverend J. Campbells Method of Travelling in South Africa. Steel engraving, American, 1837

IVORY TRADE, 1868. The elephant ivory trade in South Africa: English colored engraving, 1868

QUAGGA, 19th CENTURY. The Quagga (Equus quagga), a now extinct South African wild equine: 19th century engraving

MISSIONARY STATION, 1832. Bethelsdorp, a Missionary Station in South Africa. Line engraving, American, 1832

DIAMOND MINING, c1870. Miners recovering diamonds from gravels on the banks of the Vaal River, South Africa, c1870. Contemporary wood engraving

SOUTH AFRICA: KHOIKHOI. Khoikhoi ( Hottentot ) women from South Africa. Wood engraving, late 19th century

DIAMOND MINING, c1880. A diamond mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West, northern Cape Province, South Africa: wood engraving, c1880

SOUTH AFRICA: GREAT TREK. Voortrekkers making the Great Trek from the Cape Colony to Natal between 1835 and 1843. Wood engraving, 1850

Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) and Cape Gannet (Morus capensis) mixed flock, diving underwater and feeding on baitball school of small bait fish, offshore Port St

Cape Cormorant (Phalacrocorax capensis) flock, diving underwater and feeding on baitball school of small bait fish, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa, july

Blacktip Shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) adult, swimming in open water, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa, july

Peach (Prunus persica) stones, used as carpark surface, Swellendam, Western Cape, South Africa

People outside shacks used as housing in township, Langa Township, Cape Town, South Africa

Local people playing in surf, Second Beach, Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa

Windpump in desert at sunset, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

View of rock formations and canyon, Three Rondavels, Blyde River Canyon, Drakensberg Escarpment, Drakensberg Mountains, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Sausage Tree (Kigelia africana) close-up of fruit, Mkuze, Natal, South Africa

Leadwood (Combretum imberbe) close-up of trunk, growing in lowveld, Pilanesberg N. P. North West Province, South Africa
Leadwood (Combretum imberbe) close-up of trunk, growing in lowveld, Pilanesberg N.P. North West Province, South Africa

Fishing boats moored at harbour in sea mist, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Tourist divers about to get into water from inflatable boat, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa

Armed game wardens walking along track, Kruger N. P. Mpumalanga, South Africa
Armed game wardens walking along track, Kruger N.P. Mpumalanga, South Africa

Tourists snorkelling over and watching underwater baitball, with inflatable boat nearby, offshore Port St. Johns, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape (Transkei), South Africa

Sheep heads, meat known as smileys, Langa Township, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Wine casks and bottles on wine estate at sunset, Devon Valley, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Fishermen unloading boxes of snoek fish from fishing boat, Hout Bay, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Grain silos, Paulpietersberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Burchells Zebra (Equus quagga burchellii) two adults, standing in long grass, Kruger N. P. Mpumalanga, South Africa
Burchells Zebra (Equus quagga burchellii) two adults, standing in long grass, Kruger N.P. Mpumalanga, South Africa

Springbok (Antidorcas marsupialis) adult female, giving birth to calf, standing near herd, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) baby, walking out of muddy pool, Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, Kruger N. P
White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) baby, walking out of muddy pool, Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, Kruger N.P. South Africa

Drakensberg Rock Gecko (Afroedura nivaria) subadult, resting on rock, Drakensberg, South Africa

Bushveld Elephant Shrew (Elephantulus intufi) adult, standing, Kalahari Gemsbok N. P
Bushveld Elephant Shrew (Elephantulus intufi) adult, standing, Kalahari Gemsbok N.P. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) two adult males, resting in waterhole, Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, Kruger N. P
African Buffalo (Syncerus caffer) two adult males, resting in waterhole, Sabi Sabi Game Reserve, Kruger N.P. South Africa

Cape Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa) adult, standing in long grass, Kruger N. P. Mpumalanga, South Africa
Cape Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa) adult, standing in long grass, Kruger N.P. Mpumalanga, South Africa

Jackass Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) adults, breeding colony at artificial nesting site, Simonstown, Western Cape, South Africa

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"Exploring the Vibrant South African Tapestry: From Cape Town to the Drakensberg Mountains" Discover the breathtaking beauty of South Africa, a country that encompasses diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. In the Western Cape lies Cape Town, a city renowned for its captivating blend of modernity and history. Take in an awe-inspiring aerial view of this metropolis, where Table Mountain stands tall as an iconic landmark. As the sun sets over Bloubergstrand, witness a mesmerizing vista of Table Mountain casting its enchanting silhouette against the horizon. This picturesque scene captures the essence of Cape Town's natural allure. Delve into South Africa's colonial past by exploring historical maps from the 19th century British Empire. These cartographic treasures provide insight into how this nation evolved over time. Venture further along Cape Town's coastline to Camps Bay and marvel at Twelve Apostles mountain range while enjoying beach volleyball games on pristine sandy shores. The map of Cape Colony reveals how these areas were once part of a larger territory that shaped South Africa's identity. Revving engines fill the air as Formula One World Championship races through history with Jim Clark piloting his Lotus Cosworth 49. This thrilling sport has captivated fans worldwide and left an indelible mark on South African motorsport culture. Stroll along Muizenberg Beach in Cape Town, where vibrant beach huts add splashes of color to your seaside experience. Enjoy warm sands beneath your feet as you soak up rays under clear blue skies – a quintessential coastal retreat in South Africa. Embark on an adventure beyond urban landscapes to encounter meerkats amidst Kalahari Meerkat Project in Van Zylsrus. Observe their playful antics and learn about these fascinating creatures' social dynamics within their natural habitat. Nature enthusiasts can't miss exploring Drakensberg Mountains or Blyde River Canyon – nature's masterpiece carved into rugged terrain offering panoramic vistas that leave visitors in awe.