Mouse Mat : General Botha and Sir J. G. Ward
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General Botha and Sir J. G. Ward
Black and white. A horse drawn carriage with people inside proceed down a street lined by crowds of people.. Part of Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, Boswell Collection. Slide number 40. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Botha Crowds Drawn Lined Proceed Slides Ward
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.6cm (9.3" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken circa 1900, captures a historic moment in South African history as General Jan Smuts Botha and Sir John Gordon Ward, Governor of the Cape Colony, travel through the streets of Cape Town in a horse-drawn carriage. The image is part of the Boswell Collection, Box 365, Miscellaneous Part 1, and is catalogued as slide number 40. The scene is set against a bustling backdrop of the city, with crowds of people lining the streets to catch a glimpse of the distinguished figures. Botha, a prominent Boer War leader and future Prime Minister of South Africa, sits confidently in the carriage, while Ward, a British officer, looks out with a serious expression. The horse-drawn carriage, a common mode of transportation during this era, adds to the authenticity of the image and emphasizes the historical significance of the moment. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the political and social climate of early 20th century South Africa. It also highlights the complex relationship between the British colonial administration and the Afrikaner community, represented by Botha. The image serves as a reminder of the pivotal role Botha played in shaping South Africa's future and the enduring impact of colonialism on the country's history.
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