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South African Public Library (b / w photo)
3092370 South African Public Library (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South African Public Library. Illustration for Picturesque South Africa (Dennis Edwards, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22623452
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This photograph, titled "South African Public Library" takes us back to the 19th century. It showcases a magnificent architectural gem that was undoubtedly one of South Africa's most valued institutions at the time. The library, situated in South Africa, stands tall with its Grecian-style façade and Moorish embellishments. The image reveals a grand hall filled with bookshelves stretching as far as the eye can see. Over forty thousand volumes are carefully arranged on these shelves, including ancient manuscripts and treasured copies of literature from around the world. The collection also boasts facsimiles of old maps and scientific texts. As we delve deeper into this mesmerizing scene, we notice readers engrossed in their studies amidst the hallowed halls. Some sit at sturdy wooden desks while others find solace in cozy recesses adorned with beautiful artwork. The library's architecture is truly awe-inspiring; its broad corridors lead visitors through galleries illuminated by electricity - a marvel for its time. One cannot help but be drawn to the stunning vellum-bound Hebrew Bible displayed prominently within a glass case. This photograph captures not only an institution dedicated to knowledge but also reflects upon an era when books were cherished treasures and libraries were revered sanctuaries for intellectual pursuits. Undoubtedly, this print from Fine Art Finder evokes nostalgia for a bygone era where literature embraced all who entered its doors
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