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How the Indians Collect Gold from the Streams, from Brevis Narratio
XIR223432 How the Indians Collect Gold from the Streams, from Brevis Narratio.. engraved by Theodore de Bry (1528-98) published in Frankfurt, 1591 (coloured engraving) by Le Moyne, Jacques (de Morgues) (1533-88) (after); Service Historique de la Marine, Vincennes, France; (add.info.: facon de ramasser l or dans les cours d eau des Appalaches; ); French, out of copyright
Media ID 12763992
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Baskets Native American Indian North Poles Searching Sifting Stream Tribe Appalachian Mountains Plate 41
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty and historical significance of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the engraving "How the Indians Collect Gold from the Streams" by Theodore de Bry. Originally published in 1591 in Frankfurt, this stunning coloured engraving is taken from Brevis Narratio by Bridgeman Images, and showcases the intricate process of gold mining by indigenous peoples as depicted in Fine Art Finder. Bring this rich piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This print titled "How the Indians Collect Gold from the Streams" takes us back in time to the Appalachian Mountains in 1591. Engraved by Theodore de Bry and published in Frankfurt, this colored engraving showcases a fascinating scene of Native American Indians engaging in their traditional method of gold collection. The image portrays a tribe of Native Americans diligently searching for gold within the streams. With baskets and poles in hand, they carefully sift through the silt-filled waters, hoping to uncover precious nuggets hidden beneath. The intricate details captured by Jacques Le Moyne, who drew inspiration from de Morgues' work, allow us to witness every step of this ancient process. Reed canes are skillfully utilized as tools for collecting and sifting through sediments while maintaining harmony with nature's rhythm. This harmonious connection between man and his environment is beautifully depicted on page 259, plate 41 of Brevis Narratio. As we gaze upon this historical artwork held at Service Historique de la Marine in Vincennes, France, we are transported into an era where tribes relied on their resourcefulness and deep understanding of their surroundings to sustain themselves. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity or scarcity, human ingenuity prevails. Let this mesmerizing print remind us not only of our rich cultural heritage but also inspire us to appreciate the wisdom passed down through generations – wisdom that teaches us how to live symbiotically with our natural world.
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