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Kloof on Table Mountain, 1801 (pencil on paper)
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Kloof on Table Mountain, 1801 (pencil on paper)
XJF439202 Kloof on Table Mountain, 1801 (pencil on paper) by Westall, William (1781-1850); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kloof is the Afrikaans word for gorge; This particular kloof is Orange Kloof, found in an area of Table Mountain at the northern end of the Huot Bay, South Africa; Westall drew this sketch when the exploratory expedition of which he was part landed in the Cape Colony on its way to Australia; The expedition, that was to become the first ever to circumnavigate Australia, was aboard HMS Investigator and under the command of Lieutenant Matthew Flinders (1774-1814)); English, out of copyright
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This pencil sketch by William Westall takes us back to the year 1801, when an exploratory expedition led by Lieutenant Matthew Flinders embarked on a journey that would make history. The print depicts Orange Kloof, a gorge nestled in the majestic Table Mountain of South Africa. With his skilled hand and keen eye for detail, Westall masterfully captures the rugged beauty of this African landscape. The sketchy lines and delicate shading bring to life the rocky terrain, adorned with boulders that seem to defy gravity. It is as if we can feel the rough texture under our fingertips and hear the whispers of nature echoing through this untamed wilderness. As part of HMS Investigator's crew, Westall had a unique opportunity to document their voyage from Cape Colony to Australia. This particular drawing was created during their stopover at Orange Kloof, serving as a testament to their remarkable journey around Australia – the first ever circumnavigation. The word "kloof" derived from Afrikaans, perfectly encapsulates the essence of this artwork: a deep chasm carved into Earth's surface over millennia. Through Westall's skillful strokes, we are transported back in time and invited to marvel at Mother Nature's grandeur. This print serves as a reminder not only of Westall's artistic talent but also of humanity's insatiable thirst for exploration and discovery. It stands as a tribute to those brave souls who ventured into uncharted territories in search of knowledge and adventure.
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