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Tapping a blast furnace and casting iron into pigs, c1900
Tapping a blast furnace and casting iron into pigs, c1900. From The Marvels of Metals by FM Holmes. (London, c1900)
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Media ID 14863617
© Oxford Science Archive / Heritage-Images
Blast Furnace Cast Iron Casting Furnace Iron Iron And Steel Industry Ironworks Manufacturing Metal Industry Oxford Science Archive Pig Iron Working Conditions
12"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with this captivating photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Witness the raw power and intensity of metal production in the late 19th century, as an ironworker skillfully taps a blast furnace, releasing molten iron that is then poured into waiting pigs. This historic image, taken from The Marvels of Metals by FM Holmes (c1900), offers a unique glimpse into the industrial revolution and the making of iron. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office with a Media Storehouse Photographic Print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 17.4cm (12" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in the metal industry during the early 20th century. Taken from "The Marvels of Metals" by FM Holmes, this image showcases the intense process of tapping a blast furnace and casting iron into pigs. In this mesmerizing scene, we witness a group of dedicated male workers laboring tirelessly to extract molten iron from the fiery depths of the furnace. With their sleeves rolled up and sweat glistening on their brows, these men epitomize hard work and determination. The concept of trade and manufacturing is vividly portrayed as these skilled individuals pour liquid iron into molds, creating solid pig-shaped ingots known as pig iron. The sheer physicality required for this task is evident in their muscular frames and focused expressions. While this photograph exudes strength and power, it also sheds light on the challenging working conditions faced by industrial workers at that time. The smoky backdrop hints at an environment filled with heat, noise, and grime - characteristics synonymous with ironworks. Through this historic engraving preserved by Oxford Science Archive's print collector1 under Anon's name, we are transported back to an era where manual labor played a vital role in shaping our modern world. It serves as a reminder of the relentless efforts made by countless anonymous individuals who contributed to the growth of industries like metal production.
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