Framed Print : Santa Laura Saltpeter Works in Atacama Desert
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Santa Laura Saltpeter Works in Atacama Desert
The abandoned Santa Laura Saltpeter Works in Atacama Desert, TarapacAa Region, Chile. The abandoned Santa Laura Saltpeter Works in Atacama Desert, TarapacAa Region, Chile. Situated in the remote desert Pampa, one of the driest deserts on earth, thousands of pampinos lived and worked in this hostile environment, for over 60 years, from 1880, to process the largest deposit of saltpeter in the world, producing the fertilizer sodium nitrate that was to transform agricultural lands in North and South America, and in Europe, and produce great wealth for Chile
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© Santiago Urquijo
Media ID 12014500
© 2007 by Santiago Urquijo - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Absence Atacama Desert Business Finance And Industry Chile Factory Mining Refinery Remote Rust Colored Rusty South America Tarapaca Region
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Experience the enchanting allure of Chile's Atacama Desert with our exquisite Framed Print of "Santa Laura Saltpeter Works" by Santiago Urquijo from Fine Art Storehouse. This evocative image transports you to the abandoned Santa Laura Saltpeter Works, a hauntingly beautiful testament to Chile's industrial past. The desolate landscape, dotted with rusting machinery and bathed in golden light, is a feast for the eyes and a must-have for any art lover or travel enthusiast. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and let the magic of the Atacama Desert captivate you every day.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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 print captures the haunting beauty of the abandoned Santa Laura Saltpeter Works in the Atacama Desert, Tarapacá Region, Chile. Situated in one of the driest deserts on earth, this remote and hostile environment was home to thousands of pampinos who lived and worked here for over 60 years. From 1880 onwards, they processed the world's largest deposit of saltpeter, producing sodium nitrate fertilizer that would go on to transform agricultural lands across North and South America as well as Europe. In this image, we see a landscape devoid of human presence but filled with echoes of its industrial past. The rusty structures stand tall against a clear blue sky, their weathered surfaces telling stories of a bygone era. The tranquility that now envelops these once bustling grounds is palpable through Santiago Urquijo's lens. As we gaze upon this UNESCO World Heritage Site, we are reminded not only of the business and industry that thrived here but also the cultural significance it held for those who called it home. This photograph invites us to reflect on our own connection to history and how landscapes can bear witness to both triumphs and hardships. Whether displayed in a personal collection or shared with others, this print serves as a visual testament to resilience amidst harsh conditions and an invitation to explore forgotten chapters in our collective past.
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