Doornfontein Siemert Road, Johannesburg Postcard

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Doornfontein Siemert Road, Johannesburg Postcard

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Scan of old postcard. On postcard is a painting of Doornfontein Siemert Road in Johannesburg, which depicts two horse and buggies on the road, people walking to the right of the street, and buildings, including the New Synagogue and Queen Victoria Maternity Home. There are power or telephone lines depicted on the left of the street, a mountain visible in the back, and the buildings on the right. There is text overlaid on the painting. At the top in red text it reads "Johannesburg - Doornfontein Siemert Road (showing the New Synagogue and Queen Victoria Maternity Home)". Along the left side, also in red, it reads, "Braune and Levy, Johannesburg. No. 1042." The painting itself dates from between 1904-1906. The date of publication of the postcard is unknown. The postcard shows sign of age and wear, including circular indentations in the top left, yellowing, and worn corners.

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1905
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