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Metal Print : Smelting Furnace - Sierra Leone, West Africa
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Smelting Furnace - Sierra Leone, West Africa
Smelting in a bloomery-type furnace in Sierra Leone, West Africa.
circa 1910s
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Media ID 20528773
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Fabrication Furnace Heat Heating Iron Leone Metallurgy Metalwork Metalworking Methods Process Sierra Smelting Technology
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the captivating history of Sierra Leone, West Africa, into your home with our stunning Metal Print of Smelting Furnace by Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online. This vintage image, captured in the 1910s, showcases the traditional smelting process in a bloomery-type furnace. The metal print's vibrant colors and exceptional detail bring the raw power and energy of the scene to life. Each Metal Print is crafted using high-quality materials and state-of-the-art printing techniques to ensure a long-lasting, museum-quality piece of art that adds character and depth to any room. Order yours today and relive the rich history of Sierra Leone through this unique and captivating piece.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.2cm x 61.5cm (15.4" x 24.2")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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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In this evocative photograph, taken in the early 1910s, a skilled artisan in Sierra Leone, West Africa, is shown working at a traditional bloomery-type furnace. The image captures the intense heat and physical labor involved in the smelting process, as the furnace roars with flames and sparks fly. Bloomery-type furnaces were used for centuries in Africa and other parts of the world to extract iron from its raw ore. The process involved heating the iron ore in a crucible made of clay or other materials, which was then hammered into blooms or small ingots. These blooms could then be further refined or used to produce tools, weapons, or other metal objects. The scene depicted in the photograph is likely set in a rural area, as the furnace appears to be surrounded by lush vegetation and mud. The artisan, dressed in simple clothing, is focused intently on his work, using long iron rods to stir the molten iron and maintain an even temperature. The heat from the furnace is intense, and the air is filled with the sounds of sizzling metal and the rhythmic pounding of the hammer. Despite the primitive appearance of the equipment, the smelting process was a complex and sophisticated technology that required a deep understanding of metallurgy and industrial processes. The ability to extract iron from its raw form was a valuable skill, and the metal was a key component of trade networks that connected different regions of Africa and the wider world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of metalworking in West Africa and the important role that traditional techniques played in the production of iron and other metals. It also highlights the resilience and ingenuity of African artisans, who developed innovative methods to harness the power of fire and transform raw materials into valuable commodities.
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