Table Bay Collection (#2)

Table Bay, located in Cape Town, South Africa

The View of Table Bay From Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa

Table Bay Collection: Passing Clouds With Table Bay View From The Top of Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa

Passing Clouds With Table Bay View From The Top of Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa
Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa, and is featured in the Flag of Cape Town and other local government insignia

Table Bay Collection: View of Table Bay with Passing Clouds and a Rock Pool and Some Rock Formations in the Foreground

View of Table Bay with Passing Clouds and a Rock Pool and Some Rock Formations in the Foreground From The Top of Table
Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa, and is featured in the Flag of Cape Town and other local government insignia

Table Bay Collection: Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727 (engraving)

Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727 (engraving)
XJF439203 Le Cap de Bonne Esperance, 1727 (engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Published by Pieter Van Der Aa in Leiden; The image is said to be comme il a ete)

Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860

Table Bay Collection: COOK: TABLE BAY, 1772. Cooks Second Voyage: Table Bay, South Africa, November 1772

COOK: TABLE BAY, 1772. Cooks Second Voyage: Table Bay, South Africa, November 1772. Oil by William Hodges

Table Bay Collection: Table Mountain, Lions Head and Devils Peak in the evening light, panoramic views of Cape Town

Table Mountain, Lions Head and Devils Peak in the evening light, panoramic views of Cape Town, Bloubergstrand beach, Table Bay, Atlantic Ocean, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860

Table Bay Collection: Cape Town and Table Mountain C017 / 1930

Cape Town and Table Mountain C017 / 1930
Cape Town and Table Mountain. Aerial view over the highly developed Cape town suburb of Bloubergstrand, South Africa, looking over Table Bay towards Table Mountain in the distance

Table Bay Collection: Robben Island, South Africa C014 / 4974

Robben Island, South Africa C014 / 4974
Robben Island. View across rocks on the coast of Robben Island, South Africa, towards Table Mountain in the distance. Photographed in Western Cape, South Africa

Table Bay Collection: Oil rig undergoing maintenance C014 / 5004

Oil rig undergoing maintenance C014 / 5004
Oil rig undergoing maintenance whilst in harbour. Photographed in Table Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

Table Bay Collection: South Africa, Cape Town, Street lights of downtown skyline and Table Mountain, view

South Africa, Cape Town, Street lights of downtown skyline and Table Mountain, view from Signal Hill at evening twilight

Table Bay Collection: South Africa, Cape Town, Table Mountain. View of Cape Town and Table Bay from the

South Africa, Cape Town, Table Mountain. View of Cape Town and Table Bay from the top of Table Mountain

South Africa, Cape Town. Victoria & Alfred waterfront area with Table Mountain in the distance

Table Bay Collection: South Africa, Cape Town. Sunrise over Victoria & Alfred waterfront area with Table

South Africa, Cape Town. Sunrise over Victoria & Alfred waterfront area with Table Mountain in the distance

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

Table Bay Collection: SOUTH AFRICA: CAPE TOWN. A view of Cape Town, including Table Mountain and Table Bay

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

Table Bay Collection: Cape Town, South Africa, satellite image

Cape Town, South Africa, satellite image
Cape Town, South Africa. Satellite image of the city of Cape Town (upper centre and left) and its surrounding area in western South Africa. North is at top. Robben Island is at top left

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Table Bay, located in Cape Town, South Africa, is a picturesque and historically significant body of water that has witnessed numerous noteworthy events throughout the centuries. A British Fleet in Table Bay, c. 1780 (watercolour) captures the awe-inspiring sight of majestic ships sailing across its tranquil waters. The Breakwater, Harbour, and Docks at Table Bay showcase the impressive infrastructure built to accommodate trade and maritime activities. This engraving highlights the bustling atmosphere as vessels docked at the harbor for loading and unloading goods. One cannot talk about Table Bay without mentioning its iconic landmark - Table Mountain. The chromolitho titled "Table Bay and Table Mountain" perfectly encapsulates this breathtaking view where nature's magnificence meets urban development. Stepping into history, we find ourselves inside Mount Nelson Hotel's Dining Room through a black-and-white photograph. This elegant establishment offers an exquisite dining experience with stunning views overlooking Table Bay. A color lithograph titled "Cape Town from Table Bay" provides us with a vibrant depiction of Cape Town's skyline seen from this vantage point. The cityscape blends harmoniously with the bay's shimmering waters, creating a captivating panorama. Another colored photo showcases not only Table Mountain but also Lions Head and Devils Peak towering over Table Bay. It serves as a reminder of South Africa's natural wonders that coexist alongside human civilization. Moving back in time to 1768-75, we encounter an enchanting watercolor on page 12 depicting Capetown nestled beneath the majestic presence of Table Mountain. This artwork transports us to an era when life was simpler yet equally mesmerizing. Engravings such as Views of South Africa take us on a visual journey through various landscapes surrounding Table Bay – from lush greenery to rugged terrains – showcasing the diversity found within this region. The laying of New Western Telegraph Cable at Capetown symbolizes technological advancements connecting distant lands via underwater communication networks. This engraving represents Table Bay's role in facilitating global connectivity.