George Washington Wilson Collection

Dr. Davis, who was educated in Aberdeen, Scotland, c1860-c1869. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Dr. Davis, who was educated in Aberdeen, Scotland, c1860-c1869

Aberdeen Portraits No. 1, 1857. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Aberdeen Portraits No. 1, 1857

Johannesburg from the North, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Johannesburg from the North, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Pretoria from the East, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Pretoria from the East, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Where Colley Fell. Rough Cairn of Stones on Majuba Hill, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Where Colley Fell. Rough Cairn of Stones on Majuba Hill, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

The Orange River at Norvals Pont, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
The Orange River at Norvals Pont, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

A Kaffir Kraal in the Transvaal, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
A Kaffir Kraal in the Transvaal, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Bloemfontein from the South, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Bloemfontein from the South, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Cape Town, Devils Peak, Table Mountain, and Lions Head from Table Bay, 1900. Creator
Cape Town, Devils Peak, Table Mountain, and Lions Head from Table Bay, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Ladysmith, Natal, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Ladysmith, Natal, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. II", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Glasgow Cathedral - From South-East, mid-late 19th century, (c1912). Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, the medieval Gothic cathedral in Glasgow, Scotland

Sir Walter Scotts Study, Abbotsford, 1904. Artist: George Washington Wilson
Sir Walter Scotts Study, Abbotsford, 1904. Sir Walter Scott, (1771-1832) was a Scottish historical novelist, playwright and poet

Ruins of the cathedral and St Martins Cross, Iona, Argyll and Bute, Scotland, late 19th century. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Monument of Walter de Grey, York Minster, York, North Yorkshire, early 20th century. Artist: George Washington Wilson
Monument of Walter de Grey, York Minster, York, North Yorkshire, early 20th century. Walter de Gray (d1255) was an English prelate and statesman who rose to be Archbishop of York and Lord Chancellor

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George Washington Wilson was a renowned photographer who captured the essence of various landscapes and cultures through his lens. His work spanned across different continents, showcasing his talent for capturing the beauty and diversity of the world. In Aberdeen Portraits No. 1, taken in 1857, Wilson demonstrated his skill in portraiture, immortalizing individuals with a keen eye for detail and emotion. Each subject's unique personality shines through, creating an intimate connection between viewer and photograph. Moving to Johannesburg from the North in 1900, Wilson turned his attention to urban landscapes. Through his lens, he documented the rapidly growing cityscape, capturing its bustling streets and towering buildings. The photographs serve as a time capsule of this transformative period in history. Wilson's exploration continued with South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields also taken in 1900. This series showcases the journey of indigenous people seeking fortune during the gold rush era. With sensitivity and respect, Wilson portrays their determination amidst adversity. Kimberley is another destination that caught Wilson's attention during this time period. From atop Rock Shaft Hill, he captured a panoramic view of this diamond mining town; each building telling its own story against a backdrop of vast open spaces. Pretoria from the East offers yet another glimpse into South Africa's diverse landscape as seen through George Washington Wilson's eyes. The photograph captures both natural beauty and human-made structures harmoniously coexisting within Pretoria's boundaries. The haunting image titled "Where Colley Fell" takes us back to Majuba Hill in 1900—a site marked by conflict during Anglo-Boer wars—where stones form a rough cairn memorializing those who lost their lives on that fateful day. Crossing over to Norvals Pont along The Orange River reveals an entirely different scene: tranquil waters reflecting nature’s serenity while hinting at untold stories hidden beneath its surface—an invitation to explore further.