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Tank room for boiling nitrate, Chile, South America
Tank room for boiling nitrate, Chile, South America -- the end product is pure nitrate of soda, known as saltpetre. Date: 1922
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Chile Chilean Machinery Manufacture Manufacturing Nitrate Operatives Process Today 1922 Racial
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating allure of Tank Room for Boiling Nitrate in Chile, South America, captured in this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to 1922 and offers a rare glimpse into the rich history of nitrate production. Witness the intricate process of turning raw materials into pure nitrate of soda, or saltpetre, in this stunning, rights-managed photograph. Add an air of intrigue and historical depth to your space with this beautiful Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the bustling atmosphere of a tank room in Chile, South America, during the 1920s. The room is filled with large, industrial tanks, each one brimming with a bubbling, reddish-brown liquid. The men in the room, dressed in work clothes and protective gear, intently monitor the tanks, their faces focused and determined. The air is thick with the scent of chemicals and the sound of machinery humming in the background. The process taking place in this room is the production of nitrate of soda, also known as saltpetre. This valuable resource was in high demand during the early 20th century due to its use in the manufacturing of explosives and fertilizers. Chile was one of the world's leading producers of nitrate, with the Atacama Desert in northern Chile being particularly rich in deposits. The men in this photograph are likely Chilean operatives, working long hours to extract and process the nitrate. The racial diversity of the workforce is evident, reflecting the international nature of the industry at the time. The 1920s were a period of significant growth and modernization in the nitrate industry, with new technologies and production methods being adopted to increase efficiency and output. Despite the challenging conditions and the potential hazards involved in the production process, the men in this photograph appear focused and dedicated to their work. Their determined expressions and the industrious atmosphere of the room serve as a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the human spirit. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into the world of industrial manufacturing during the 1920s in South America.
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