
Description
The town of Doornfontein, Johannesburg, the property of the Waterworks Company, viewed from the high service reservoir. Facsimile of a sketch by our special artist, Mr. Melton Prior' by Illustrated London News. Published 18 April 1896. Antique wood-engraved print. Illustrated London News full page from 18 April 1896. Size 39 x 26 cm | 15.5 x 10.0 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. The print is in good condition, but please note that the condition of the item that you receive may differ slightly from that shown in the image, which may have been taken from a different example of the print. The strength of the impression and the degree to which the text/images on the reverse side show through on the front may vary somewhat from that shown. There may be some slight spotting, minor blemishes or light offsetting. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. If the print has been scanned in black and white, any foxing or spotting highlighted in this statement may appear brown on the actual print. There are images and/or text printed on the reverse side of the picture. In some cases this may be visible on the picture itself (please check the scan prior to your purchase) or around the margin of the picture. Tags: Johannesburg, South Africa, South Africa + Illustrated London News, South Africa + Towns, South Africa + Towns + Illustrated London News, Towns + South Africa
Reserve: $30.00
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Reserve: $30.00
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Doornfontein, Johannesburg, owned by the Waterworks Company. South Africa 1896
Estimate $40-$50
Starting Price
$20
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