Groot Schuur (Rondebosch), 1900 - 1910
Scope and Contents
290 x 201 mm. A view from the garden looking down the hillside to Groot Schuur the residence of the South African Prime Minister. The old Dutch colonial building (originally a granary) was gutted by fire in 1896 shortly after Cecil Rhodes had purchased it. The buildings as seen here embody the alterations designed by Sir Hebert Baker.
Dates
- Creation: 1900 - 1910
Creator
- Cape Government Railways (fl. 1873-1910) (Organization)
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Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Fair condition, with some curling and tears at edges.
General
GD.
Date information
DateText: The date is approximate.
Originator(s)
Cape Government Railways
Finding aid date
2002-10-22 09:13:59+00:00
Repository Details
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