Poster Print : River bed gold sifting on the Turon, Australia
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River bed gold sifting on the Turon, Australia
River bed sifting on the Turon river, a sketch from the Turon gold fields, New South Wales. The pump is lowered 12 feet from the surface of the river and water is used to wash the earth in the cradler. This is a labour saving devise allowing the diggers to yield large amounts of gold
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Media ID 4384429
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1852 21st Allowing Devise Diggers Earth Feet Fields Labour Lowered Pump Saving Sifting Surface Wash Yield Amounts Turon
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the enchanting allure of the Australian outback with our stunning River bed gold sifting print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of the Turon gold fields in New South Wales. Witness the intrigue of gold sifting in action, as a miner lowers a pump 12 feet into the crystal-clear riverbed, in search of precious gold nuggets. Bring the rustic charm of the Australian gold rush into your home or office with this beautifully printed poster, a unique addition to any decor.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures the essence of the gold rush era in Australia, specifically on the Turon River in New South Wales. The image depicts a scene from the Turon gold fields where diggers are using a labor-saving device to sift for gold.
In this sketch, dated back to 1852, we see a pump being lowered 12 feet into the river bed as water is used to wash the earth in a cradler. This innovative technique allowed miners to yield large amounts of gold with relative ease.
The significance of this image lies in its portrayal of the ingenuity and hard work that characterized the gold rush period. It serves as a reminder of the challenges and triumphs faced by those who sought their fortune in Australia's rivers and mines during this time.
As we look at this snapshot from history, we are transported back to a time when dreams of striking it rich drove people to brave harsh conditions and undertake risky ventures. The Turon River bed sifting scene is not just a depiction of mining activities; it is a symbol of perseverance, determination, and hope for better fortunes.
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