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The Recent Discoveries of Gold in the Transvaal (engraving)
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The Recent Discoveries of Gold in the Transvaal (engraving)
1050568 The Recent Discoveries of Gold in the Transvaal (engraving) by Bogle, William Lockhart (fl.1881); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Recent Discoveries of Gold in the Transvaal. Illustration for The Graphic, 4 June 1887.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 22651980
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Barberton Discoveries Of Gold Gold Mining Prospecting Rich Shaft Sheba Struck Transvaal
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The Recent Discoveries of Gold in the Transvaal: A Glimpse into South Africa's Golden Era". This engraving by William Lockhart Bogle takes us back to a significant moment in history - the discovery of gold in the Transvaal region of South Africa. The image, originally published in The Graphic on June 4th, 1887, offers a window into this transformative period. The print showcases various scenes that depict the bustling activity surrounding these newfound riches. In one corner, we see miners diligently prospecting for gold within deep shafts while others construct new government buildings nearby. The landscape is dotted with mining settlements and laborers working tirelessly to unearth their fortunes. Notably, visible streaks of gold are seen throughout the illustration, symbolizing the immense wealth waiting to be extracted from beneath the earth's surface. These discoveries ignited a frenzy among prospectors and triggered an influx of settlers hoping to strike it rich. The engravings also highlight key locations such as Kimberley Imperial, Sheba Barberton, and Bray's Golden Quarry - all renowned sites where substantial amounts of gold were found. Additionally, there is mention of a new exchange being established to facilitate trade around this precious metal. Bridging artistry with historical documentation, this print serves as a testament to both human ambition and nature's hidden treasures. It encapsulates an era when dreams were forged underground and forever changed the course of South African history.
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