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Simon van der Stel and the Rhinoceros, 1909. Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
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Simon van der Stel and the Rhinoceros, 1909. Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
Simon van der Stel and the Rhinoceros, 1909. Simon van der Stel (1639-1712) was the last Commander and first Governor of the Cape Colony, the Dutch settlement at the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. From Romance of Empire - South Africa by Ian D. Colwin. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, London, 1909]
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Simon van der Stel and the Rhinoceros, 1909 - A Glimpse into South Africa's Colonial Past
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. This print captures a significant moment in South Africa's colonial history. Depicted here is Simon van der Stel, the last Commander and first Governor of the Cape Colony, alongside a majestic rhinoceros. The artwork by Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton beautifully portrays the essence of this era. Set against a backdrop of wild African landscapes, Van der Stel stands tall with an air of authority. His horse-drawn carriage symbolizes power and control as it traverses dusty roads on its journey through the untamed wilderness. Armed with weapons at his side, he represents both protection and threat in this unfamiliar land. The presence of the rhinoceros adds an element of danger to the scene. This magnificent creature embodies the untamed spirit of Africa while also serving as a reminder that colonization was not without conflict or resistance. Through this image, we are transported back to early 20th-century South Africa—a time when empire building and imperialism were at their peak. It serves as a visual representation of how European powers sought to establish dominance over new territories across the globe. As we contemplate this historical moment captured by Skelton's skilled hand, we are reminded of both the beauty and complexity inherent in our shared human story—where cultures collide, nature thrives, and legacies are forged amidst triumphs and challenges alike.
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