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Metallurgy Collection (#3)

Metallurgy, the ancient art of transforming raw metals into valuable and functional objects, has shaped civilizations throughout history

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
Metallurgy: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Ammunition Works at Northfleet - Bullet-Casting, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Ammunition Works at Northfleet - Bullet-Casting, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Ammunition Works at Northfleet - Bullet-Casting, 1854. Kent factory of Schlesinger & Wells during the Crimean War -...extensive contract for the supply of ball cartridges to the Turkish

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Without Heavy Industry We Cannot Build Any Industry, 1930. Creator: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)

Without Heavy Industry We Cannot Build Any Industry, 1930. Creator: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
Without Heavy Industry We Cannot Build Any Industry, 1930. Private Collection

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Smelting Furnace - Sierra Leone, West Africa

Smelting Furnace - Sierra Leone, West Africa
Smelting in a bloomery-type furnace in Sierra Leone, West Africa. circa 1910s

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Non-ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. Creator: Mikhail Alekseevich TSvetkov

Non-ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. Creator: Mikhail Alekseevich TSvetkov
Non-ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. From the atlas "Industry of the USSR at the beginning of the 2nd Five-Year Plan

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. Creator: Mikhail Alekseevich TSvetkov

Ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. Creator: Mikhail Alekseevich TSvetkov
Ferrous metallurgy on January 1, 1933, 1934. From the atlas "Industry of the USSR at the beginning of the 2nd Five-Year Plan

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: 'Skimplait', S.M.I. Metallurgica Italiana in Brescia

"Skimplait", S.M.I. Metallurgica Italiana in Brescia Brescia. Date of Photograph:1960 ca

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: 'Oxy-hydrogen flame'. Portrait of a worker using the oxy-hydrogen flame from which sparks

"Oxy-hydrogen flame". Portrait of a worker using the oxy-hydrogen flame from which sparks and an intense light radiate

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Metal Casting: Iron casting in Dongola

Metal Casting: Iron casting in Dongola
3787515 Metal Casting: Iron casting in Dongola; (add.info.: Metal Casting: Iron casting in Dongola (in present day Sudan). Illustration on history of metal casting (French: La Fonderie)

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: View of one of the biggest industrial plant in the United States for the production of steel

View of one of the biggest industrial plant in the United States for the production of steel, in Gary, Indiana, Lake Michigan. United States Gary, Indiana, Michigan, lake

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Interior of the exhibition room for locomotive mechanical structures (class IX-X)

Interior of the exhibition room for locomotive mechanical structures (class IX-X) in the 1881 Milan Expo Milan. Date of Photograph:1881

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Pimbino, general view

Pimbino, general view Piombino. Date of Photograph:1971

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Piombino, industrial area bordering the port

Piombino, industrial area bordering the port Piombino. Date of Photograph:1971

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Piombino, panoramic view

Piombino, panoramic view Livorno. Date of Photograph:1971

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Piombino, the port

Piombino, the port Piombino. Date of Photograph:1971

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Lozenge of the Bell tower of Giotto depicting metallurgy, bas-relief by Luca della Robbia

Lozenge of the Bell tower of Giotto depicting metallurgy, bas-relief by Luca della Robbia, Museum of The Opera del Duomo of S. Maria del Fiore Florence Museum of The Opera del Duomo of S

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926)

Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926), 1884-1887 Finca Guell
PCT4280489 Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926), 1884-1887 Finca Guell, Avenida Pedralbes 7-15, Barcelona (Spain). Photo by Patrice Cartier

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926)

Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926), 1884-1887 Finca Guell
PCT4280492 Dragon sculpts on the main iron gate made by Antoni Gaudi i Cornet (1852-1926), 1884-1887 Finca Guell, Avenida Pedralbes 7-15, Barcelona (Spain). Photo by Patrice Cartier

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne 'The 500 million of the Begum' - edition

drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne "The 500 million of the Begum" - edition
PCT4259647 drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne "The 500 million of the Begum" - edition Hetzel/Extraordinary Voyages 1879

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne ' The 500 million of the Begum' - edition

drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne " The 500 million of the Begum" - edition
PCT4259650 drawing by Leon Benett, from the book of Jules Verne " The 500 million of the Begum" - edition Hetzel/Extraordinary Voyages 1879

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: French Revolution: caricature on the three orders: '

French Revolution: caricature on the three orders: "
JLJ4670254 French Revolution: caricature on the three orders: " tot tot tot tot tot battez chaud [...] good courage one must have heart to the work" The clerge

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: We Will Turn the Five-Year Plan into a Four-Year Plan. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)

We Will Turn the Five-Year Plan into a Four-Year Plan. Artist: Klutsis, Gustav (1895-1938)
We Will Turn the Five-Year Plan into a Four-Year Plan. Found in the collection of Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: #37050063

#37050063

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Ronot press, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Ronot press, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Ronot press, reconstructed, and statue of Allegory of Industry, at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Sculptures, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Sculptures, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Christ statues, stored at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy, formerly the lower factory of the foundry at Dommartin-le-Franc

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Sculpture, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Sculpture, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Statues, stored at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy, formerly the lower factory of the foundry at Dommartin-le-Franc, in the Blaise valley

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Hearths, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Hearths, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Fireplace surrounds, stored at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy, formerly the lower factory of the foundry at Dommartin-le-Franc

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Stoves and ovens, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Stoves and ovens, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Stoves and ovens, stored at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy, formerly the lower factory of the foundry at Dommartin-le-Franc

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Blast furnace, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Blast furnace, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Old blast furnaces, at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, or Conservatory of the Arts of Metallurgy, formerly the lower factory of the foundry at Dommartin-le-Franc, in the Blaise valley

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Emile's forge, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Emile's forge, Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie
Emile's forge, donated by Maurice Bernard from Eurville, with hearths, bellows, tools, power hammers, anvils and stamping machines, at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Statue, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc, Haute-Marne

Statue, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc, Haute-Marne
Cast iron counter-model of the work of Charles Breton, 1878, made at the Val d'Osne art foundry c. 1920, exhibited at the Parc Metallurgique or Metallurgic Park

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Lithography stones, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc

Lithography stones, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc
Lithography stones of plans for metalwork, used for printing, exhibited at the Parc Metallurgique or Metallurgic Park, an interpretation centre for ancient and contemporary metallurgy

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Metalwork, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc

Metalwork, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc
Exhibition of manufactured metalwork, at the Parc Metallurgique or Metallurgic Park, an interpretation centre for ancient and contemporary metallurgy

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Ore park, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc

Ore park, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc
Ore park, with displays of large forged pieces from the foundries of the Haute-Marne, at the Parc Metallurgique or Metallurgic Park, an interpretation centre for ancient and contemporary metallurgy

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Blast furnace, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc

Blast furnace, Parc Metallurgique, Dommartin-le-Franc
Blast furnace built 1834 by Jean-Baptiste Le Bachelle, at the Parc Metallurgique or Metallurgic Park, an interpretation centre for ancient and contemporary metallurgy

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: The Alchemist Raymond Gulli

The Alchemist Raymond Gulli
3785989 The Alchemist Raymond Gulli by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: The Alchemist Raymond Gulli - after engraving by Vriese)

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: The Alchemist Morenius

The Alchemist Morenius
3785930 The Alchemist Morenius by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: The Alchemist Morenius - after engraving by Vriese. Science and Literature in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, 1878..P)

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Coppersmiths at work in the 17th century (print)

Coppersmiths at work in the 17th century (print)
7315171 Coppersmiths at work in the 17th century (print) by Dutch School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coppersmiths at work in the 17th century)

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Casting a billet from an electric furnace, Chase Brass and Copper Co. Euclid, Ohio, 1942

Casting a billet from an electric furnace, Chase Brass and Copper Co. Euclid, Ohio, 1942. Creator: Alfred T Palmer
Casting a billet from an electric furnace, Chase Brass and Copper Co. Euclid, Ohio. Modern electric furnaces have helped considerably in speeding the production of brass

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction

Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals
7268496 Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals by Agricola

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction

Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals
7268495 Title page of DE RE METALLICA, Georgius Agricola, 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals by Agricola, Georgius (1494-1555); Bibliotheque municipale, Carcassonne

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: A mine, in 'De Re metallica', 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals (engraving)

A mine, in "De Re metallica", 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals (engraving)
PCT4256311 A mine, in " De Re metallica", 1621, dealing with the extraction and shaping of metals (engraving) by Agricola

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Illustration du livre pour enfants 'Combinat metallurgique Kuznets

Illustration du livre pour enfants "Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste"- Illustration for
FIA5409839 Illustration du livre pour enfants " Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste" - Illustration for the childrens book " Kuznets Metallurgical Combine

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Illustration du livre pour enfants 'Combinat metallurgique Kuznets

Illustration du livre pour enfants "Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste"- Illustration for
FIA5409838 Illustration du livre pour enfants " Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste" - Illustration for the childrens book " Kuznets Metallurgical Combine

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Illustration du livre pour enfants 'Combinat metallurgique Kuznets

Illustration du livre pour enfants "Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste"- Illustration for
FIA5409829 Illustration du livre pour enfants " Combinat metallurgique Kuznets : un geant socialiste" - Illustration for the childrens book " Kuznets Metallurgical Combine

Background imageMetallurgy Collection: Le plan quinquennal - The hot rolling workshop of the 'Red Nail Maker s'Factory in Leningrad par

Le plan quinquennal - The hot rolling workshop of the "Red Nail Maker s"Factory in Leningrad par Pavlov
FIA5405083 Le plan quinquennal - The hot rolling workshop of the " Red Nail Maker s" Factory in Leningrad par Pavlov, Semyon Andreevich (1893-1941)




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Metallurgy, the ancient art of transforming raw metals into valuable and functional objects, has shaped civilizations throughout history. From the Iron Foundry captured by Peder Severin in 1885 to the Medieval goldsmith delicately crafting intricate designs, these glimpses into metallurgical practices transport us back in time. The St Louis World Fair of 1904 showcased the advancements made in metallurgy, while zinc production at Vieille Montagne factory in Saone-et-Loire during the mid-19th century demonstrated industrial progress. The factories at Le Creusot depicted on oil paintings from 1848 and 1855 reveal a bustling hub of innovation and productivity. One cannot overlook "The great forge of Fourchambault, " an emblematic representation of metallurgy's role during the Industrial Revolution. Tubal Cain, a legendary figure associated with metalworking since biblical times, symbolizes humanity's enduring fascination with manipulating metals for our benefit. ABRAHAM DARBY stands as an influential figure who revolutionized ironmaking techniques through his discovery of cast iron. His forge became a pivotal site where groundbreaking developments unfolded before our eyes. Preserving this rich heritage is crucial, as seen through Ronot press and sculptures housed within Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie. These artifacts serve as reminders not only of past achievements but also inspire future generations to push boundaries and explore new frontiers in metallurgical science. Metallurgy remains an integral part of human progress—bridging tradition with modernity—and continues to shape our world today.