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Fine Art Print : Cyanide dumps, Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa
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Cyanide dumps, Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa
Cyanide dumps from mining, Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa. Date: circa 1930
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Media ID 14383849
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Clock Cyanide Dome Dump Dumps Johannesburg Mine Mines Mining Pile Piles Poison Poisonous Roof Soil Southern Toxic Transvaal
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw beauty and history of Cyanide Dumps in Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, taken circa 1930, offers a unique glimpse into the past of the mining industry. The vibrant colors and intricate details of this rights-managed print make it a stunning addition to any home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space and start a conversation with this evocative piece of art.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.7cm (23.4" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the stark contrast between the industrial progress of the 1930s gold mining boom in Johannesburg, Transvaal, South Africa, and the environmental consequences of the cyanide processing methods used during this period. The image shows several large piles of cyanide-laden soil, discarded from the gold extraction process, scattered across the landscape. The piles, which appear like mounds of putrefying earth, are surrounded by barren trees and buildings, their once vibrant foliage now stunted and lifeless due to the toxic effects of the cyanide. In the background, the dome of a clock tower and the roofs of houses can be seen, offering a stark reminder of the human presence and the impact of industrialization on the natural environment. The use of cyanide in gold mining, although effective in extracting gold, was a highly poisonous and environmentally damaging process, with long-term consequences that are still felt in the region today. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the complex relationship between human progress and the environment, and the need for sustainable practices in resource extraction.
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