Poster Print : Digging for gold in British Guiana (now Guyana)
Poster Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Digging for gold in British Guiana (now Guyana)
Digging for gold in British Guiana (now Guyana). Placer washing as carried out by the tributor or Port Knocker. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11575551
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Alluvial Digging Guiana Guyana Knocker Labour Overseer Prospecting Prospectors Search Searching Sieving Sifting Washing Workmen Placer
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history of British Guiana (now Guyana) with our captivating poster prints from Media Storehouse. This vintage image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the thrilling scene of gold prospectors at work during the 1910s. Witness the intricate process of placer washing, also known as "port knocking," as the miners meticulously sifted through the riverbed in search of precious gold nuggets. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of history to your space with this evocative and authentic poster print. Perfect for home offices, classrooms, or any room that could benefit from a dose of adventure and nostalgia.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 37.1cm (23.4" x 14.6")
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 intensive and laborious process of gold prospecting in British Guiana, now known as Guyana, during the 1910s. The scene depicts a dedicated prospector, or 'tributor,' meticulously searching for gold in the alluvial deposits of a riverbed. Known as a 'Port Knocker,' this prospector uses a long, wooden tool to dislodge and sift through the gravel, separating the precious metal from the sediment. The oversight of the local workmen is evident in the background, as they carefully sieve and pan the silt and sand, ensuring that no potential gold goes unnoticed. The search for gold was a significant part of the history of British Guiana, attracting prospectors from all over the world in search of wealth and opportunity. The allure of the precious metal brought about a wave of migration to the region, with many arriving in the hopes of striking it rich. The process of placer washing, as depicted in this photograph, was a common method used to extract gold from the alluvial deposits found in the rivers and streams. Despite the arduous and often fruitless labor, the prospectors remained undeterred, driven by the promise of financial gain and the thrill of the search. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the rich history of gold prospecting in Guyana and the perseverance of those who sought to make their fortunes in the land of promise.
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