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Burke And Wills Statue
The statue of Robert O Hara Burke and William John Wills on Collins Street, Melbourne, circa 1865. The work of Charles Summers, the statue commemorates the deaths of the two explorers, during their 1860-61 expedition across Australia. Original Publication : The Art Journal (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
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Burke And Wills Statue
Media ID 9871183
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1860 1869 Adult Black And White Consumerproduct Diry Exploration Explorer Full Length Group Human Interest Medium Group Of People Monument Orig People Print Statue Street Women Collins Street William John Wills
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This striking print captures the solemn beauty of the Burke and Wills Statue on Collins Street in Melbourne. The statue, created by Charles Summers, stands as a poignant memorial to the tragic deaths of explorers Robert O Hara Burke and William John Wills during their ill-fated expedition across Australia in 1860-61.
The group of people gathered around the statue adds a sense of scale and perspective to this powerful monument. Men and women alike are drawn to pay their respects to these brave adventurers who lost their lives in pursuit of discovery.
The detail captured in this image is truly remarkable - from the intricate folds of clothing on the figures to the weathered texture of the stone base. It's as if you can almost feel the weight of history bearing down on these larger-than-life statues.
As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are reminded of both the triumphs and tragedies that have shaped our nation's past. The legacy of Burke and Wills lives on through this enduring work of art, serving as a reminder to us all that exploration comes with great risks but also great rewards.
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