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Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860. Creator: Unknown
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Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860. Off the coast of South Africa. No part of the world, not even Tenerife, can boast of an aspect in which the sublime and the beautiful are so exquisitely mingled as the Cape on being approached from the sea. Seen at first from afar in blue outline rising from the ocean, by degrees the Lion's Head and Lion's Rump (as on the right of the Engraving) and the Devil's Peak (on the left) present themseves to view, and on nearer approach the castle, town, and shipping fill up the beauty of the scene'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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Table Bay and Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, 1860: A Vision of Sublime Beauty from the Sea This photograph print, created in 1860 and of unknown origin, offers a glimpse into the past of the iconic Table Bay and Table Mountain at the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. The image, published in the Illustrated London News, showcases the breathtaking view of the coastline as it would have appeared to travelers approaching from the sea. As the land comes into view, the Lion's Head and Lion's Rump, as well as the Devil's Peak, make their appearance on the right and left of the image, respectively. The castle, town, and shipping in the foreground add to the beauty of the scene, filling it with a vibrant energy. Approaching closer, the details of the sailboats and sailing ships in the harbor become clearer, adding to the rich tapestry of this historic moment. The sublime and the beautiful are exquisitely mingled in this image, making it a testament to the natural and man-made wonders of the Cape Colony. The Illustrated London News, a prominent British newspaper at the time, captured the essence of the Cape of Good Hope's allure, describing it as a place where 'no part of the world, not even Tenerife, can boast of an aspect in which the sublime and the beautiful are so exquisitely mingled.' This photograph print is a reminder of the enduring appeal of the Cape of Good Hope as a tourist attraction and a symbol of the rich maritime history of South Africa.
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