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CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH. Panning Gold, California. Watercolor by William McIlvain
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CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH. Panning Gold, California. Watercolor by William McIlvain
CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH.
Panning Gold, California. Watercolor by William McIlvain, c1849-1856
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Media ID 12226570
1849 1850 1850s Bradley Smith California Forty Niner Gold Gold Rush Goldmine Goldminer Mine Mountain Nature Panning Placer Mining Prospector Sunset Water Watercolor William
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California Gold Rush: A Glimpse into the Wild West". This watercolor print by William McIlvain takes us back to the exhilarating days of the California Gold Rush. Painted between 1849 and 1856, it beautifully captures a scene of gold panning in California's rugged landscape. In this artwork, we see a group of determined men, known as Forty-Niners, diligently panning for gold in a river at sunset. The artist skillfully depicts their middle-of-nature setting with majestic mountains towering behind them. The golden hues of the sky reflect onto the calm waters, creating an enchanting atmosphere. McIlvain's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of each individual miner engrossed in their task. Their hopeful expressions reveal both anticipation and determination as they search for that elusive speck of gold amidst the riverbed gravel. The painting not only showcases the physical labor involved but also highlights nature's beauty and its harmonious coexistence with human endeavor during this transformative era. It serves as a reminder of how people from all walks of life flocked to California seeking fortune and adventure. This remarkable piece from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection allows us to glimpse into history and experience firsthand one aspect of America's most significant events—the legendary California Gold Rush.
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