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Fine Art Print : GUIANA: GOLD CASTING, 1599. How the Native Americans of Guiana used to make gold castings
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GUIANA: GOLD CASTING, 1599. How the Native Americans of Guiana used to make gold castings
GUIANA: GOLD CASTING, 1599.
How the Native Americans of Guiana used to make gold castings. Copper engraving, 1599, by Theodor de Bry, for Sir Walter Raleighs The Discoverie of the Large Rich and Bewtiful Empire of Guiana
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Media ID 12228082
1599 Age Of Exploration American Indian Barefoot Casting Cauldron Craftsman Debry Fire Gold Goldsmith Ground Guiana Kneeling Metallurgy Mold Necklace New World Process Raleigh Shirtless Skirt Smelting Smoke South American Stirring Theodore Walter Molding
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich cultural history of Guiana with our exquisite fine art print, "GUIANA: GOLD CASTING, 1599." This captivating image, taken from The Granger Collection, showcases the fascinating process of gold casting as practiced by the native peoples of Guiana in the late 16th century. The intricate copper engraving by Theodor de Bry transports us back in time, offering a unique glimpse into the past. Add this beautiful work of art to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 "GUIANA: GOLD CASTING, 1599" offers a glimpse into the ancient techniques employed by Native Americans in Guiana to create gold castings. The copper engraving, created in 1599 by Theodor de Bry for Sir Walter Raleigh's book "The Discoverie of the Large Rich and Bewtiful Empire of Guiana" showcases a scene from daily life during the age of exploration. In this image, we see skilled craftsmen diligently working outdoors. With bare feet and wearing traditional attire including skirts and caps, these men are fully immersed in their craft. Kneeling on the ground with cauldrons before them, they engage in the intricate process of gold casting. The atmosphere is filled with smoke as fires burn brightly, providing heat for smelting and molding activities. One worker can be seen stirring a cauldron while another carefully molds a necklace using molten gold. Their expertise is evident as they navigate through each step with precision. This snapshot transports us back in time to witness an essential aspect of South American metallurgy during that era. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of indigenous communities who harnessed their surroundings to create beautiful works of art. Granger Art on Demand presents this historical piece from its collection, allowing us to appreciate not only the artistic value but also gain insights into cultural practices that have shaped our world today.
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