Gw 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

An old Scottish salt, 1912. Artist: GW Wilson
An old Scottish salt, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

Planting potatoes in Skye, Scotland, 1912. Artist: GW Wilson
Planting potatoes in Skye, Scotland, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

A Shetland knitter, 1912. Artist: GW Wilson
A Shetland knitter, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

A South African medicine man, 1912. Artist: GW Wilson
A South African medicine man, 1912. From The Living Races of Mankind, Vol. II. [Hutchinson & Co, London, 1912]

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 Scottish photographer who captured the essence of various cities and landscapes through his lens. His collection includes stunning portraits, breathtaking cityscapes, and captivating scenes from South Africa. In 1857, Wilson created "Aberdeen Portraits No. 1, " showcasing his talent for capturing the unique personalities of individuals in their most authentic form. This early work laid the foundation for his future success as a portrait photographer. As time went on, Wilson's focus shifted towards documenting cities and landscapes across the globe. In 1900, he ventured to Johannesburg, where he immortalized its grandeur in "Johannesburg from the North. " The photograph captures the bustling cityscape with its towering buildings and vibrant energy. Wilson also explored South Africa's gold rush era in "South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields. " This powerful image depicts hopeful miners embarking on a treacherous journey towards newfound opportunities. Moving to Kimberley, Wilson climbed up to capture an awe-inspiring view of the city in "Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft. " The photograph showcases both natural beauty and human ingenuity against an expansive backdrop. "Pretoria from the East" transports viewers to another South African destination. It portrays Pretoria's charm with its architectural marvels nestled amidst lush greenery—a testament to Wilson's ability to encapsulate a place's essence within one frame. The hauntingly beautiful image titled "Where Colley Fell" takes us back to Majuba Hill during times of conflict. A rough cairn of stones serves as a somber reminder of lives lost during battle—an evocative portrayal by George Washington Wilson that speaks volumes about history's impact on landscapes. "The Orange River at Norvals Pont" offers tranquility amid chaos—a serene moment frozen in time by Wilson’s lens. Its calm waters provide respite amidst turbulent times—an oasis captured forever through photography.