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Australia: Hydraulic Sluicing, Alluvial Tin deposits, East Coast, Tasmania (b / w photo)
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Australia: Hydraulic Sluicing, Alluvial Tin deposits, East Coast, Tasmania (b / w photo)
7182150 Australia: Hydraulic Sluicing, Alluvial Tin deposits, East Coast, Tasmania (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hydraulic Sluicing, Alluvial Tin deposits, East Coast, Tasmania. Illustration for Glimpses of Australia (Department of External Affairs, Melbourne, 1908).); © Look and Learn
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This print captures the process of hydraulic sluicing in alluvial tin deposits on the East Coast of Tasmania, Australia. Taken by an Australian photographer in the 20th century, this image belongs to a private collection. The photograph was originally used as an illustration for "Glimpses of Australia" a publication by the Department of External Affairs in Melbourne in 1908. It showcases the technique employed to extract tin from these deposits using water pressure. In this image, we see a lock with rushing water flowing through it, symbolizing one of the four elements - water. The contrast between black and white enhances our visual perception and adds depth to the scene. The sight of men engaged in cleaning and extracting minerals from these alluvial tin deposits is truly fascinating. Their work exemplifies both their dedication to cleanliness and their commitment to harnessing natural resources effectively. This early twentieth-century photograph provides us with a glimpse into Australia's mining history, specifically within Tasmania. It highlights how Australians across different regions like South Australia and West Australia were involved in mineral extraction activities during that time. With its monochromatic tones, this photo evokes a sense of nostalgia while also emphasizing the importance of clean mineral waters for industrial processes. Overall, it serves as a valuable historical document capturing an essential aspect of Tasmania's past.
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