New Zealand Lake Wakatipu (near Queenstown). Antique engraving. c1863

by The Illustrated London News

Antique print. Gold mining region of Lake Wakatipu in the South Island of New Zealand.

Antique engraving published November 14, 1863 for The Illustrated London News, which circulated important news from around the world. The periodical's popular graphics were often clipped and hand-coloured for ongoing enjoyment (as in this case), which adds to the decorative appeal.

Image size is 175 x 24cm (approximately 7 x 9.5 inches). Distortion of the engraving is from the scanner.