Falls on the Tugela River, Near Colenso, Natal

A broad series of waterfalls crosses the Tugela River near Colenso in Natal, South Africa. Pale water pours over reddish rock ledges into a blue-green river below, while trees and shrubs frame the view from the foreground. Low wooded hills complete the landscape beyond the falls.

The cascading water forms a strong diagonal through the composition, beginning with the large foreground drop and continuing through a succession of smaller falls. Muted turquoise, olive green, warm brown and cream give the image the distinctive character of an early color photochrom and the quiet atmosphere of turn-of-the-century travel imagery.

Artwork Details

• Artist: Detroit Publishing Co. / photographer not confirmed
• Title: Falls on the Tugela River, Near Colenso, Natal
• Original title: Falls on the Tugela River, Near Colenso, Natal
• Series: Not confirmed
• Date: Circa late 19th–early 20th century
• Period: Turn of the 20th century
• Place of Origin: Near Colenso, Natal, South Africa
• Medium: Photochrom print

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
• Production: Each framed print is produced to order through a trusted international network of professional print studios.
• Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available.
• Made to order: There is no minimum order quantity. Each piece is printed and assembled on demand, reducing unnecessary stock and waste.

Exact frame dimensions, component availability, and production specifications may vary slightly depending on the selected size and destination.