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Metal Print : Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
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Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884
Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884. Top: Mixing house, with women rubbing Dynamite. Bottom: Woman filling cartridges with Dynamite using a filling machine. From The Illustrated London News, 16 April 1884
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Media ID 14864836
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Ayrshire Bomb Bombing Chemical Dynamite Exploding Explosion Explosive Nitroglycerine Oxford Science Archive Packaging Packing Nitrate
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the captivating image of "Workers at Nobel Explosives Company Limited, Ardeer, Ayrshire, 1884." This vintage photograph, sourced from Heritage Images, showcases the daily life of workers at the Nobel Explosives factory. The top image depicts women in the mixing house, meticulously rubbing Dynamite, while the bottom image captures a woman filling cartridges with Dynamite using a filling machine. Our high-quality Metal Prints bring history to life, adding an intriguing conversation piece to any room. With vibrant colors and stunning detail, this print is sure to impress and transport you to a bygone era.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print takes us back to the year 1884, where we witness a pivotal moment in history at the Nobel Explosives Company Limited in Ardeer, Ayrshire. The top section of the image reveals a mixing house, bustling with activity as women diligently rub dynamite. Their faces masked by determination and focus, they play an integral role in this explosive process. In the bottom part of the photograph, we are introduced to another remarkable scene - a woman skillfully filling cartridges with dynamite using a filling machine. Her expertise and precision highlight her crucial contribution to this dangerous task. The significance of this image lies not only in its portrayal of hardworking individuals but also in its representation of gender roles during that era. In an industry predominantly dominated by men, these female workers challenge societal norms and prove their competence within such hazardous conditions. As we delve into this snapshot from the past, it is impossible not to acknowledge the immense risks associated with handling explosives like nitroglycerine. This visual documentation serves as a reminder of both human ingenuity and bravery amidst perilous circumstances. Preserved through time by The Illustrated London News on April 16th, 1884, this monochrome portrait offers us insight into Scotland's industrial landscape during the nineteenth century. It stands as a testament to those who dedicated their lives to scientific advancements while shaping our understanding of chemical processes forevermore.
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