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GOLD RUSH CARTOON, 1849. A device that will enable persons afflicted with the Gold Rush fever to reach California in record time: lithograph by Nathaniel Currier
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GOLD RUSH CARTOON, 1849. A device that will enable persons afflicted with the Gold Rush fever to reach California in record time: lithograph by Nathaniel Currier
GOLD RUSH CARTOON, 1849.
A device that will enable persons afflicted with the Gold Rush fever to reach California in record time: lithograph by Nathaniel Currier
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Media ID 6238567
1849 California Currier Gold Gold Mine Gold Rush Ives Manifest Destiny Merritt Mine Nathaniel Prospector Scanpix Westward
Gold Rush Cartoon, 1849 - A Whimsical Solution to the California Fever
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This lithograph by Nathaniel Currier takes us back to the exhilarating days of the Gold Rush in 1849. The image depicts a comically inventive contraption designed to transport those afflicted with gold fever from all corners of America to the golden promise of California in record time. In this lively scene, we see a bustling crowd gathered around a peculiar device that resembles a hybrid between a cart and an amusement park ride. Its intricate wheels and gears suggest an ingenious mechanism aimed at expediting travel across vast distances. Prospective prospectors eagerly await their turn as they clutch shovels and pans, ready for adventure. The cartoon-like nature of this artwork adds humor and whimsy to what was undoubtedly a challenging journey for many pioneers seeking fortune in the West. It captures both the excitement and desperation that fueled Manifest Destiny during this era. Nathaniel Currier's lithograph serves as a visual time capsule, transporting us back to an era defined by dreams of striking it rich amidst rugged landscapes. This print not only showcases artistic talent but also offers valuable insight into American history - reminding us of our ancestors' relentless pursuit of opportunity and prosperity. As we gaze upon this vibrant illustration today, let it serve as a reminder that even in times when obstacles seem insurmountable or journeys appear impossible, human ingenuity can prevail - just like those intrepid souls who ventured westward during the legendary Gold Rush
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