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Where Now The Great City of Cape Town Stands, They Set Up Their Tents And Huts, c1908, (c1920). Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
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Where Now The Great City of Cape Town Stands, They Set Up Their Tents And Huts, c1908, (c1920). Artist: Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton
Where Now The Great City of Cape Town Stands, They Set Up Their Tents And Huts, c1908, (c1920). The Cape Colony 1652-1691, South Africa. The colony was founded by Jan van Riebeeck (1619-1677) as a re-supply and layover port for vessels of the Dutch East India Company trading with Asia. From Our Empire Story, by H. E. Marshall. [Thomas Nelson And Sons, London, c1920]
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This print titled "Where Now The Great City of Cape Town Stands, They Set Up Their Tents And Huts" takes us back to the early 20th century in South Africa. Created by artist Joseph Ratcliffe Skelton around 1908 and later published in H. E. Marshall's book "Our Empire Story" this image offers a glimpse into the founding years of the Cape Colony. The scene depicts a group of settlers conversing and going about their daily activities against the backdrop of Table Mountain. Dressed in traditional Dutch clothing, they have set up tents and huts on the beach, creating a temporary settlement as they resupply and rest during their journey to Asia. The photograph captures not only the physical landscape but also conveys a sense of friendship and camaraderie among these pioneers. As they smoke tobacco pipes and engage in conversation, one can imagine the stories being shared about their experiences in this new land. With its rich colors and attention to detail, this print transports us to a time when Cape Town was still emerging as a great city. It serves as a reminder of the colonial history that shaped South Africa while highlighting both its geographical features and cultural heritage.
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