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Transvaal Gold Mining
A gold mining scene on the Rand
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Media ID 591607
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12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Transvaal Gold Mining" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of art transports you back in time to the heart of the Gold Rush on the Rand. Witness the raw power and determination of gold miners as they toil in the rich South African soil, their hopes and dreams pinned on the promise of precious gold. The intricate details of this evocative image are brought to life in vibrant colors and textured finishes, making it the perfect addition to any room in your home or office. Elevate your interior décor and ignite the spirit of adventure with this stunning gold mining canvas print from Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of the Transvaal Gold Rush, a pivotal moment in South African history that began in 1886 and lasted until the turn of the century. The scene portrayed here is typical of the gold mining operations that transformed the landscape of the Witwatersrand, an area northwest of Johannesburg. Gold mining in the Transvaal Republic of South Africa was not for the faint-hearted. The quest for the precious metal brought thousands of prospectors from all corners of the world, lured by the promise of wealth and adventure. The harsh realities of mining life are evident in this image, with miners toiling under the unforgiving sun, their faces etched with the grime and dust of the mineshafts. The gold mines of the Witwatersrand were unlike any other in the world. The gold was found in reefs, rather than veins, making mining a complex and labor-intensive process. The scene shows miners using the "long tom" or "tommy" drill, a large, heavy drill used to break up the rock and expose the gold-bearing reef. The drill was operated by a team of men, each with a specific role. One man would turn the handle, another would feed the drill with gunpowder, and another would remove the rock once it had been blasted. The gold rush brought significant social and economic changes to South Africa. It led to the growth of Johannesburg, which became the largest city in South Africa and a hub of commerce and industry. However, it also brought conflict and hardship, with tensions between the Boer farmers and the mining community leading to the Second Boer War in 1899. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human cost of the gold rush, as well as the incredible determination and resilience of those who sought their fortune in the Transvaal gold mines.
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