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CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH, 1849. Washing for gold. Wood engraving, American, 1849
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CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH, 1849. Washing for gold. Wood engraving, American, 1849
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Media ID 7509041
1849 California Domestic Gold Gold Mine Gold Rush Mine Panning Pick Prospector Stream Wash
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This print titled "CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH, 1849. Washing for gold" takes us back to the bustling era of the American West in the mid-19th century. The wood engraving, created by an unknown American artist in 1849, beautifully captures a scene from this historic event. In the foreground of the image, we see a group of men diligently working along a domestic stream. Each one is fully engrossed in their task - panning for gold. With pickaxes and shovels nearby, they are determined to uncover precious nuggets hidden within these riverbeds. Amongst these prospectors stands an African American man, defying societal norms and contributing his efforts towards striking it rich during this Gold Rush frenzy. This inclusion reminds us that people from all walks of life were drawn to California's promise of wealth and opportunity. The middle ground showcases miners carefully washing their findings using pans filled with water from the stream. Their focused expressions reveal both hope and anticipation as they sift through sediment in search of glimmers that could change their lives forever. The backdrop features a picturesque river flowing calmly amidst breathtaking landscapes - nature's canvas against which dreams were pursued and fortunes made. This Granger Collection print serves as a powerful reminder of America's history shaped by perseverance, determination, and risk-taking spirit during one of its most significant events - the California Gold Rush.
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