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Diamond-Mining at Kimberley (b / w photo)
1629279 Diamond-Mining at Kimberley (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diamond-Mining at Kimberley. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 January 1902.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23079650
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Diamond Mining Kimberley Mining Opening Showing Siege
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This print titled "Diamond-Mining at Kimberley" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by an English photographer in the 20th century, this image showcases the intense labor and ingenuity involved in diamond mining during that era. The photograph transports us to Kimberley, South Africa, where we witness the opening of a working face amidst a sprawling landscape. The immense tailings heap serves as a testament to the magnitude of this operation. It is evident that every inch of land was utilized for mining purposes. As our eyes explore the image further, we notice an air of siege surrounding the scene. The miners are seen diligently engaged in their work, using aerial gear to extract precious diamonds from deep within Ottos Kopje mine. Their determination and resilience are palpable through their stoic expressions. This photograph not only captures a pivotal moment in diamond mining history but also highlights the power of photography itself. Through skilled composition and impeccable timing, the English photographer has frozen time and allowed us to glimpse into an industry that shaped economies and societies. Now preserved within a private collection, this remarkable piece serves as a reminder of human perseverance and resourcefulness throughout generations past. Its presence evokes curiosity about those who dedicated their lives to unearthing these coveted gemstones beneath South African soil.
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