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Picture No. 10760790
Spain - In a cork factory at Cortes de la Frontera: before being manufactured into the final product - the bottle cork - the barks of the cork oaks (Quercus suber) were softened by keeping them for 1 1/2 to 2 hours in the boiling water of a kiln, where they produced a lot of foam. Date
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Bottle Cork Factory Frontera Keeping Oaks Product Quercus Suber Barks Cortes Final Manufactured Softened
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
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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Foam-tastic Fun at Spain's Cork Factory - Unveiling the Secret Behind Bottle Corks!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this photo print, we are transported to a cork factory in the charming town of Cortes de la Frontera, where an extraordinary transformation takes place. Before becoming the essential seal for our favorite bottles, the barks of majestic cork oaks undergo a whimsical process. Picture this: as if preparing for a luxurious bubble bath, these resilient barks are softened by taking a delightful dip in boiling water within a kiln. And what happens next? A magical spectacle unfolds! The steamy encounter creates an enchanting foam extravaganza that would make even the most seasoned barista jealous! It's truly fascinating how nature's wonders can be transformed into everyday objects like bottle corks. This print captures not just the beauty of Spain's cork industry but also showcases the intricate craftsmanship involved in its production. So next time you pop open your favorite bottle of wine or champagne and hear that satisfying "pop" take a moment to appreciate all those hours spent frolicking in hot water by these incredible Quercus suber trees. Cheers to their foamy adventure and their contribution to preserving our cherished beverages!
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