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Discarded car batteries in a scrap metal pile
Two car batteries discarded in a pile of scrap metal. About 60% of the lead manufactured in the world is used in car batteries. Lead is an extremely poisonous element and an incorrect disposal of car batteries represents a major hazard for the environment. Small doses of lead may induce behavioural changes whereas larger contaminations may result in paralysis, blindness and eventually death
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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 26.5cm x 39.6cm (10.4" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This thought-provoking print captures the alarming reality of discarded car batteries in a scrap metal pile. Two car batteries lie amidst a heap of metallic waste, symbolizing the environmental hazards associated with improper disposal. Astonishingly, approximately 60% of the lead produced worldwide finds its way into these essential automotive components. Lead, an incredibly toxic element, poses a significant threat to our ecosystem when not disposed of correctly. The incorrect handling and disposal of car batteries can have devastating consequences for both human health and the environment. Even small doses of lead exposure can induce behavioral changes in individuals, while larger contaminations may result in paralysis, blindness, and ultimately death. This image serves as a stark reminder that we must urgently address this issue to safeguard our planet's well-being. It highlights the urgent need for responsible recycling practices and proper management of hazardous materials like lead-containing car batteries. Let us reflect on this photograph's message and take collective action to ensure that such dangerous substances are handled responsibly at all stages – from production to end-of-life disposal. Only through conscious efforts can we mitigate pollution risks caused by discarded car batteries and protect future generations from their detrimental effects on our environment.
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