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Refining copper by Hungarian process, 1580 (engraving)
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Refining copper by Hungarian process, 1580 (engraving)
534632 Refining copper by Hungarian process, 1580 (engraving); (add.info.: Refining copper by Hungarian process. Cupellation cakes roasted, releasing heat. At 5: lead obtained being smelted. From 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertszt of 1580. Copperplate engraving.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38309910
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1580 1683 Allerfurnemisten Beschreibung Cakes Copper Edition Ercker Heat Hugarians Hungarian Hungarian Hungarian Hungarian Hungary Hungary Hungarian Lazarus Lead Magyar Mineralischen Obtained Process Refining Releasing Roasted Copperplate Cupellation Smelted
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This print captures the intricate process of refining copper using the Hungarian method in 1580. The engraving depicts cupellation cakes being roasted, releasing intense heat as part of the refining process. At stage five, lead is obtained and then smelted to extract pure copper.
The image is from a 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker's "Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertszt" originally published in 1580. This detailed copperplate engraving showcases the advanced technology and techniques used by Hungarian metallurgists during this time period.
The scene is filled with historical significance as it provides a glimpse into the industrial practices of early modern Europe. The engravings highlight the skill and precision required to refine metals like copper, showcasing the expertise of Hungarian craftsmen.
As you study this print closely, you can almost feel the heat emanating from the roasting cakes and hear the sounds of metal being smelted. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements while also honoring the craftsmanship and ingenuity of our ancestors.
Overall, this print offers a fascinating insight into an important chapter in European history where innovation and tradition intersected to create beautiful works of art through metal refinement processes.
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