Photographic Print : Southern Africa - Gold Prospecting
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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
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Experience the rich history of Southern Africa with our stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the year 1907, where gold prospectors toiled deep beneath the earth's surface in a South African goldmine. Witness the determination and grit of these miners as they use machine drills to unearth the precious metal. Add this unique and intriguing print to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 17.8cm (11" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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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