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Shipping Ostriches from Cape Town to Australia (engraving)
1044363 Shipping Ostriches from Cape Town to Australia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shipping Ostriches from Cape Town to Australia. Illustration for The Graphic, 4 August 1883.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22515458
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Board Ship Cape Town Hold Lowering Ostrich Ostriches Reared Recapture Sea Travel Shipping Dine
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This engraving from the 19th century takes us back in time to witness a truly remarkable event - the shipping of ostriches from Cape Town to Australia. The image, created by an English School artist, showcases a momentous occasion that occurred on August 4,1883. In this scene, we find ourselves amidst a bustling South African farm as ostriches are being prepared for their long journey across the sea. The birds are carefully lowered onto a ship's deck while curious onlookers observe with awe and fascination. It is clear that this peculiar dinner party has attracted attention far and wide. As we delve deeper into the details of this print, our eyes are drawn to apple melons scattered around the area, perhaps serving as sustenance for both humans and feathered passengers during their voyage. Amidst all the commotion, one can't help but notice an attempted escape by one of these magnificent creatures. However, it seems that recapture was swift and inevitable. The engraving captures not only the practical aspects of shipping ostriches but also offers insight into how they were reared and cared for during sea travel. It provides us with a glimpse into history when such endeavors were considered extraordinary feats. Through this artwork preserved in private collection archives, we can appreciate both the beauty of these majestic birds and marvel at human ingenuity in transporting them across vast oceans to new lands.
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