Framed Print : Cutting ivory to make piano keys
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Cutting ivory to make piano keys
A craftsman cuts (ethically harvested) ivory tusks in order to make piano keys
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Media ID 4478215
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Craftsman Cuts Cutting Ivory Keys Manufacture Piano Saws Tusk Tusks Vice Workshop
22"x18" Modern Frame
Discover the rich history of music craftsmanship with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Cutting ivory to make piano keys" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you on a journey back in time. Witness the artistry of a skilled craftsman as he meticulously cuts ethically harvested ivory tusks to create the keys for a grand piano. Each print is expertly framed with care, preserving the intricate details and vibrant colors of the original image. Bring the timeless beauty of music and its history into your home or office with this stunning framed print.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, a skilled craftsman is intently focused as he meticulously cuts an ethically harvested ivory tusk into thin slices, each one destined to become a piano key. The historical significance of this moment is palpable, as the scene transports us back in time to an era when ivory was a prized material for piano manufacturing. The workshop setting is filled with the tools of the trade: a sturdy vice, saws, and various measuring instruments, all arranged in a precise and orderly manner. The air is thick with the scent of sawdust and the quiet hum of industry. The craftsman's deft hands move with purpose, each slice of ivory carefully measured and cut to the exact specifications required for a piano key. The ivory tusks, once harvested from elephants in a sustainable and ethical manner, are transformed into piano keys through a painstaking process that requires both skill and artistry. The ivory is first steamed to make it more pliable, then cut, shaped, and polished to create the smooth, glossy surface that will eventually become the keys of a piano. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the rich history of piano manufacturing, a time when ivory was considered an essential component for creating the finest instruments. Today, while ivory is no longer used in the production of new pianos due to ethical concerns and the availability of alternative materials, this image serves as a reminder of the craftsmanship and dedication that went into creating these musical masterpieces. The legacy of this historical industry lives on in the form of vintage pianos, each one a testament to the artistry and skill of the craftsmen who brought them to life.
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