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CALIFORNIA: YREKA, 1860. A bird s-eye-view of the town of Yreka, California, looking
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CALIFORNIA: YREKA, 1860. A bird s-eye-view of the town of Yreka, California, looking
CALIFORNIA: YREKA, 1860.
A bird s-eye-view of the town of Yreka, California, looking south from Long Gulch Mountain. Graphite, ink, and crayon on paper by Daniel A. Jenks, gold prospector, 1860
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Media ID 12225675
1860 Boomtown California Daniel Gold Gold Rush Goldmine Jenks Mining Mountain Prospector Town Yreka
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This print takes us back to the year 1860, offering a mesmerizing bird's-eye-view of the vibrant town of Yreka, California. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, our eyes are drawn southwards from Long Gulch Mountain, revealing a bustling settlement that was at the heart of the gold rush era. The artist behind this remarkable graphite, ink, and crayon drawing is none other than Daniel A. Jenks himself - a gold prospector who not only sought fortune in these lands but also possessed an undeniable talent for illustration. With meticulous detail and artistic finesse, Jenks brings to life the essence of Yreka during its mid-19th-century boomtown days. The allure of gold mining permeates every stroke on this paper canvas as we witness prospectors diligently working their claims amidst rugged mountains and vast wilderness. The town itself emerges as a testament to human resilience and ambition; it stands proudly against nature's backdrop with its wooden structures lining the streets. As we immerse ourselves in this snapshot from history, let us appreciate both the beauty captured by Jenks' skilled hand and reflect upon the significance that Yreka held during one of America's most transformative periods - forever etching its place within California's rich heritage.
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