Framed Print : Southern Africa - Gold Prospecting
Framed Photos from Mary Evans Picture Library
Southern Africa - Gold Prospecting
Working underground in a South African goldmine - using a machine drill Date: 1907
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Media ID 7212279
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Ceiling Dangerous Drill Exploration Gang Mine Mining Precious Prop Prospecting Prospectors Southern Under Ground Rock Face
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our captivating Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the historic image "Southern Africa - Gold Prospecting" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports you back in time to the heart of a South African goldmine in 1907. Witness the determination and grit of the miners as they toil underground, using machine drills to unearth the precious metal that fueled the region's economic boom. With its rich history and intriguing narrative, this framed print makes a striking addition to any room in your home or office. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
16x12 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 40.6cm x 25.9cm (16" x 10.2")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
This evocative photograph captures the harsh realities and raw determination of gold prospecting deep within the mines of Southern Africa, specifically in South Africa during the year 1907. The image portrays a team of intrepid prospectors working diligently beneath the rocky, unforgiving terrain, their faces etched with focus and determination. Each man is equipped with essential tools for their dangerous endeavor, including helmets, lamps, and heavy-duty drills. The central figure in the photograph wields a powerful machine drill, its metallic body glinting in the dim light of the mine. The drill bit pierces the rough, unyielding rock face, sending plumes of dust and debris into the air. The team's collective efforts are aimed at unearthing the precious metal hidden within the earth's core. The ceiling of the mine looms ominously overhead, a constant reminder of the inherent risks involved in this dangerous industry. The craggy, uneven rock formations and the dim, flickering light add to the sense of isolation and the raw, untamed power of the earth. Despite the perils, these prospectors remain undeterred, driven by the allure of the precious metal that has long drawn fortune seekers to Southern Africa. Their unwavering commitment to exploration and the relentless pursuit of gold is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the enduring allure of the mining industry.
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