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Canvas Print : Roasting gold ore in order to recover the precious metal. From 1683 English edition
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Roasting gold ore in order to recover the precious metal. From 1683 English edition
Roasting gold ore in order to recover the precious metal. From 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertzt- und Berckwercksarten originally published in Prague in 1574. Copperplate engraving
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1574 1683 Allerfurnemisten Berckwercksarten Beschreibung Copperplate Edition Ercker Ertzt Gold Lazarus Metal Metallurgy Mineralischen Order Originally Prague Precious Published Roasting Recover
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Discover the intriguing history of gold mining with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring an authentic image of roasting gold ore from the 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker's "Description of the Most Notable Mineral and Metal Ores." This captivating print showcases the traditional process of extracting gold through roasting, transporting you back in time to the heart of the mining industry. Bring a piece of historical mining heritage into your home or office with this high-quality canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 print takes us back in time to the year 1683, showcasing a crucial step in the metallurgical process of recovering precious gold. The image depicts an intricate scene of roasting gold ore, carefully executed to extract the valuable metal. Originally published in Prague in 1574 by Lazarus Ercker, this English edition from 1683 showcases a copperplate engraving that beautifully captures the essence of this ancient practice. The engraving portrays skilled artisans diligently tending to a roaring fire as they roast the gold ore. The intense heat emanating from the flames engulfs their surroundings, creating an atmosphere filled with anticipation and determination. Every detail is meticulously etched onto the copperplate, allowing us to witness firsthand the intricacies involved in this metallurgical endeavor. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece, we are transported into a world where alchemy meets artistry. We can almost feel the weight of history pressing down on us as we contemplate how these early pioneers harnessed their knowledge and skills to unlock nature's hidden treasures. This print not only serves as a visual feast for our eyes but also reminds us of humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and discovery throughout centuries past. It stands as a testament to our unwavering curiosity about metals and minerals—an enduring fascination that continues to shape our present-day understanding of science and industry.
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