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British Interests on the Venezuelan Frontier (litho)
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British Interests on the Venezuelan Frontier (litho)
1100363 British Interests on the Venezuelan Frontier (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British Interests on the Venezuelan Frontier. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 November 1895.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22208786
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British Guiana Convicts Fortune Gold Fields Latinamerica Latine America Prisoners Rapids Returning Searching Southamerica Venezuela Waiting Americhe Essequibo River Risking
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British Interests on the Venezuelan Frontier - A Glimpse into 19th Century South America
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. This lithograph, created by an English School artist in the 19th century, offers a fascinating insight into British interests on the Venezuelan frontier. The print depicts a scene from The Illustrated London News of November 2nd, 1895. In this intricate illustration, we witness a bustling riverfront where boats and tugboats navigate the treacherous rapids of the Essequibo River. British military personnel are seen returning from their search for gold fields in South America, while prisoners who have risked smuggling gold are being transported to a penal settlement in British Guiana. The image captures the tension and excitement surrounding these expeditions as discharged convicts eagerly await their evening dip after a long day's work. In another corner, men can be seen entering an assayers' office to evaluate their findings. As we delve deeper into this artwork, it becomes evident that it not only showcases Britain's economic pursuits but also highlights the complexities of colonialism and international relations during this era. It serves as a reminder of how nations vied for control over resources and territories far beyond their own borders. Through its meticulous details and historical context, this lithograph transports us back to an era when adventure mingled with ambition on the frontiers of Venezuela. It invites us to reflect upon both Britain's role in shaping Latin America's history and the human stories that unfolded amidst these grand endeavors.
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