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Washing plant at De Beers diamond mines, Kimberley, South Africa, c1900
Washing plant at De Beers diamond mines, Kimberley, South Africa, c1900. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.9cm (15.6" x 10.6")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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.
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This print captures the washing plant at De Beers diamond mines in Kimberley, South Africa, around 1900. The image showcases the impressive industrial architecture of the building, standing tall against a backdrop of rugged terrain. During this time period, Cecil Rhodes played a significant role in amalgamating various diamond mines in Kimberley, including De Beers, into Consolidated Mines. This consolidation marked a turning point for the diamond industry in South Africa. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to the image, transporting us back to the early 20th century when mining was a vital part of South African industry. The horizontal composition allows us to take in every detail of this remarkable structure. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are reminded of the immense scale and importance of mining operations during that era. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination to extract precious resources from deep within the earth. This historical print not only offers insight into the development of one specific company but also provides a glimpse into an entire country's economic growth and transformation. It is truly fascinating how such images can encapsulate so much history within their frames.
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