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Prospector cleaning up after a days work, c. 1898 (colour litho)
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Prospector cleaning up after a days work, c. 1898 (colour litho)
1199918 Prospector cleaning up after a days work, c.1898 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23513302
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Camps Coffee Pot Frontier Gold Rush Prospecting Prospector Prospectors Rifles Shovel Shovels Tent Tents Washing
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In this print titled "Prospector cleaning up after a day's work, c. 1898" we are transported back to the rugged and untamed American frontier of the 19th century. The image showcases a lone prospector diligently tending to his campsite, surrounded by essential tools of his trade. The scene is set against the backdrop of a tranquil river, reflecting the golden hues of sunset. Tents dotting the landscape hint at makeshift settlements that sprung up during the gold rush era in North America. A worn-out shovel leans against one tent, while rifles and a coffee pot lay nearby, serving as reminders of both danger and comfort. The prospector himself stands tall amidst this wilderness, wearing a weathered hat that shields him from both sun and rain. His hands bear traces of hard labor as he meticulously washes away dirt accumulated from hours spent sifting through soil in search of precious gold nuggets. This evocative photograph captures not only the physical exertion required for prospecting but also hints at an indomitable spirit that drove men like him to venture into uncharted territories in pursuit of fortune. It serves as a testament to their resilience and determination in carving out new lives on unfamiliar lands. Through this remarkable piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, we are reminded of an era defined by exploration, risk-taking, and dreams realized or shattered along riversides like these across America's vast expanse.
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