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EVNT2C-00012
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EVNT2C-00012
Prospector panning for gold near Sutters Mill in the American River, Coloma, California.
Composite of hand-colored woodcut and digital photograph
North Wind Picture Archives brings history to life with stock images and hand-colored illustrations
Media ID 5877443
© North Wind Picture Archives
1849 1850s 49er California Forty Niner Frontier Gold Gold Rush Miner Mineral Mining Mountains Panning Prospector River Rockies Rocky Mountains Sierra Nevada West Western American River Coloma
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This print titled "EVNT2C-00012" takes us back in time to the American River in Coloma, California during the 19th century. The image beautifully combines a hand-colored woodcut with a digital photograph, creating a vintage and historic feel. In this scene, we see a determined prospector panning for gold near Sutters Mill. With rugged mountains of the Sierra Nevada as his backdrop, he tirelessly sifts through the river's sediment in search of precious minerals. This illustration perfectly captures the essence of the California Gold Rush era. The miner's perseverance is evident as he meticulously examines each scoop of ore for any glimmering traces of gold. His efforts reflect those of countless others who flocked to California in hopes of striking it rich during this transformative period in American history. The rocky terrain and rushing waters symbolize both the challenges faced by these prospectors and their unwavering determination to succeed against all odds. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are transported back to an era defined by adventure, risk-taking, and dreams that spanned across North America. This print from North Wind Picture Archives serves as a powerful reminder of our nation's past and pays homage to those intrepid individuals known as "49ers" or "forty-niners". It encapsulates not only an important chapter in American history but also showcases artistry at its finest.
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