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Smelting copper. From a 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker Beschreibung allerfurnemisten
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Size: 2399 x 2641 (2.7MB)
Date: 26th March 2014
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Smelting copper. From a 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker Beschreibung allerfurnemisten
Smelting copper. From a 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertzt- und Berckwercksarten originally published in Prague in 1574. Copperplate engraving
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1574 1683 Allerfurnemisten Berckwercksarten Beschreibung Copper Copperplate Edition Ercker Ertzt Industry Lazarus Metal Mineralischen Originally Prague Published Smelting
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the intricate process of smelting copper, captured in a 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker's renowned work "Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertzt- und Berckwercksarten". Originally published in Prague in 1574, this copperplate engraving provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of metalworking during that era. The image transports us back to a time when the copper industry was thriving, and skilled artisans meticulously transformed raw materials into valuable metal. The scene is filled with bustling activity as workers laboriously tend to the smelting process. Flames dance beneath large cauldrons, heating them to extreme temperatures necessary for melting down copper ore. The air is thick with heat and anticipation as molten copper flows like liquid gold. The attention to detail in this engraving is remarkable; every tool and technique used by these craftsmen are intricately depicted. From bellows being pumped vigorously to stoke the fires, to molds carefully prepared for casting refined copper ingots, each step of this ancient art form is immortalized on paper. This historical artifact not only serves as a testament to human innovation but also highlights the importance of mining and metallurgy throughout history. It reminds us of our ancestors' relentless pursuit of knowledge and their unwavering dedication towards advancing industries that have shaped our modern world.
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