Fine Art Print : A Gold Nugget
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A Gold Nugget
A nugget of gold, photographed with a hand to show its size. Date: 1930s
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Metals Nugget Photographed Size
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image of a gold nugget from the 1930s, available through our partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite photograph, showcasing the raw, rich texture of gold, is a testament to the allure and history of this precious metal. Add a touch of elegance and intrigue to your home or office decor with this stunning, high-quality print. Each print is produced using archival-quality materials, ensuring your investment in art is a long-lasting one. Order now and bring the radiance of this gold nugget into 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Glimpse of Gold's Rich Past: A 1930s Photograph of a Gold Nugget Held in Hand" This evocative black-and-white photograph, dating back to the 1930s, captures the raw beauty and allure of gold in its purest form. The image features a large, irregularly shaped gold nugget, its surface glinting with flecks of silver and other minerals, resting in the palm of a steady hand. The nugget's size is impressive, with its rough edges and undulating surface suggesting the untamed power of the earth from which it was extracted. Gold mining has been an essential industry throughout history, with its allure stemming from the precious metal's rarity, malleability, and resistance to corrosion. The discovery of gold nuggets, like the one depicted in this photograph, has long been a source of excitement and fortune for prospectors and miners alike. The 1930s was a significant period in the history of gold mining. Technological advancements, such as the introduction of cyanide processing, allowed for more efficient extraction of gold from both lode and placer deposits. This, in turn, led to increased production and a surge in demand for gold, making it an attractive investment during the Great Depression. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history and allure of gold mining, offering a glimpse into the past when gold nuggets were still discovered in their raw, unrefined form. The image invites us to appreciate the natural beauty of gold and the human ingenuity that has allowed us to harness its value for centuries.
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