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Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, Africa, c1890
Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River, on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Africa, c1890. Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone (1813-1873) was the first European to see the great falls on the River Zambezi in 1855. Livingstone named the falls for Queen Victoria. An engraving from Robert Browns The Countries of the World, published by Cassell, (London & Paris, c1890)
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This print takes us back to the late 19th century, capturing the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on the Zambezi River in Africa. The image showcases the immense power and natural beauty of this geographical wonder, as water cascades down with tremendous force, creating a mesmerizing spray that fills the air. It was Scottish missionary and explorer David Livingstone who first laid eyes on these magnificent falls in 1855. In honor of Queen Victoria, he named them "Victoria Falls" forever etching her name into their history. This engraving is taken from Robert Brown's renowned book "The Countries of the World" published by Cassell in London and Paris around 1890. The landscape depicted here is truly breathtaking, showcasing nature's grandeur at its finest. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this image, allowing us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic value. As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to an era of exploration and discovery when brave individuals like David Livingstone ventured into uncharted territories. It serves as a reminder of humanity's thirst for knowledge about our world and our relentless pursuit to uncover its hidden wonders. This print not only captures an extraordinary natural phenomenon but also pays tribute to one man's courage and determination in bringing it to light for the rest of the world to marvel at.
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