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Fine Art Print : Extraction of marble at the quarries of Carrara, Italy, c.1900 (glass plate, silver salt gelatin)
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Extraction of marble at the quarries of Carrara, Italy, c.1900 (glass plate, silver salt gelatin)
3557571 Extraction of marble at the quarries of Carrara, Italy, c.1900 (glass plate, silver salt gelatin) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Extraction of marble at the quarries of Carrara); Alinari Archives, Florence
Media ID 38348020
© Alinari Archives, Florence / Bridgeman Images
Extraction Of Raw Materials Fashion And Clothing For Work Geological Mason Natural Elements And Phenomena Person Or Scene Quarry Structure And Scene Work And Vocation
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Transport yourself to the quarries of Carrara, Italy with this stunning Fine Art Print capturing the extraction of marble in the early 1900s. A timeless piece that will add a touch of history and elegance to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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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This print captures the intense process of marble extraction at the quarries of Carrara, Italy, around 1900. The image showcases a group of workers diligently toiling away amidst the rugged terrain, their faces etched with determination and sweat glistening on their brow.
The sheer magnitude of the task at hand is evident in the towering cliffs of marble that surround them, a testament to both human ingenuity and nature's raw power. Each swing of the pickaxe echoes through the air, as these skilled masons carefully extract blocks of pristine white marble from the earth.
The scene is a symphony of contrasts - between man and mountain, industry and nature. The workers' attire speaks to a bygone era, with heavy-duty clothing protecting them from dust and debris as they chisel away at centuries-old rock formations.
As we gaze upon this snapshot in time, we are reminded of the tireless dedication required to shape our world's most enduring architectural masterpieces. The legacy of Carrara marble lives on in iconic structures around the globe, each slab bearing witness to these unsung heroes who labored so tirelessly beneath Italy's sun-drenched skies.
This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that behind every piece of art lies countless hours of labor and sacrifice - a tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to extracting beauty from solid stone.
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