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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
Media ID 12881406
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27cm x 39.6cm (10.6" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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