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The Koperberge, near the contemporary Springbok, in little Namaqualand, 1779-1780. Creators: Robert Jacob Gordon, Johannes Schumacher
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The Koperberge, near the contemporary Springbok, in little Namaqualand, 1779-1780. Creators: Robert Jacob Gordon, Johannes Schumacher
The Koperberge, near the contemporary Springbok, in little Namaqualand, 1779-1780
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This image, titled "The Koperberge, near the contemporary Springbok, in little Namaqualand," is an exquisite 18th-century drawing by Dutch artists Robert Jacob Gordon and Johannes Schumacher. Created between 1779 and 1780, this masterpiece offers a glimpse into the geographical and geological wonders of Namaqualand, a region located in the northern part of South Africa. The drawing showcases the breathtaking landscape of the Koperberge Mountains, with their distinctive copper-hued peaks, which earned them their name. The Springbok, a native antelope species, is depicted in the foreground, adding a sense of scale and context to the scene. Gordon and Schumacher, both prominent Dutch artists, captured the essence of this remote African location through their skilled use of ink and pencil on paper. Their meticulous attention to detail and scientific accuracy is evident in the depiction of the mountains' geological features and the intricate textures of the landscape. This drawing is a testament to the rich artistic and scientific heritage of the Dutch Low Countries, as well as the European fascination with the exploration and documentation of the African continent during the 18th century. Today, it is preserved in the esteemed Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a testament to the enduring value of this artistic and historical treasure. The Koperberge Mountains and the surrounding Namaqualand region continue to captivate visitors with their unique beauty and natural wonders, making this drawing a timeless representation of the natural world and the human curiosity that drives us to explore and document it.
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