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Fine Art Print : Scene inside a salt mine, Cheshire
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Scene inside a salt mine, Cheshire
Scene inside a salt mine, Cheshire.
1818
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Media ID 23064380
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1810s 1818 Ackermann Aquatint Arts Cheshire Marten Mine Mining Repository Salt Sepia Bluck
21"x7" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the subterranean world with our exquisite Scene inside a Salt Mine print from Mary Evans Picture Library. This fine art print, taken from an 1818 illustration, invites you on a journey deep into the heart of a salt mine in Cheshire. The intricate formations of salt crystals shimmer in the dimly lit mine, creating a mesmerizing and otherworldly atmosphere. Bring this unique and thought-provoking piece into your home or office to inspire wonder and ignite the imagination. Order your Mary Evans Prints Online Scene inside a Salt Mine print today and add a touch of history and natural wonder to your space.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.3cm x 17.7cm (15.5" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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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Scene inside a Salt Mine, Cheshire (1818) Description: This aquatint print, created in the year 1818, offers a fascinating glimpse into the intriguing world of salt mining in Cheshire, England during the 1810s. The image, produced by the renowned English publisher and print seller Rudolph Ackermann, showcases the laborious process of extracting salt from the depths of the earth. The print begins with a dark, sepia-toned background, setting the mood for the scene ahead. The focus is on the dimly lit mine, where miners are at work, their figures barely visible in the gloom. The mine's walls are lined with salt deposits, their crystalline structures glistening in the dim light. A marten, a small weasel-like animal, is seen scampering along the salt-encrusted floor, adding a touch of natural life to the otherwise monotonous environment. The miners, dressed in brown clothing, are shown working in pairs, each using a large wooden mallet to break up the salt deposits. The salt is then loaded onto carts, pulled by horses, and transported to the surface for processing. The scene is a testament to the hard labor and dedication required to extract this essential mineral from the earth. The print's intricate details, achieved through the aquatint process, bring the salt mine to life, immersing the viewer in the unique atmosphere of this subterranean world. The image is a valuable historical record of the salt mining industry in Cheshire during the early 19th century, providing a glimpse into a time when such labor-intensive processes were the norm.
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