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Fine Art Print : Mining Pitchblende, Cornwall, England. Radium, isolated by the Curies in 1898, is
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Mining Pitchblende, Cornwall, England. Radium, isolated by the Curies in 1898, is
Mining Pitchblende, Cornwall, England. Radium, isolated by the Curies in 1898, is extracted from this ore. Chromolithograph card published 1916
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Media ID 9781991
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1898 1916 Card Chromolithograph Cornwall Element Isolated Mining Published Radioactivity Radium Science Curies Extracted Pitchblende
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating history of scientific discovery with our Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite Chromolithograph, published in 1916 by Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases the Mining Pitchblende in Cornwall, England. Witness the significance of this location, as it was the source of Radium, the radioactive element that Marie and Pierre Curie isolated in 1898. Bring a piece of scientific history into your home or office and ignite conversations with this stunning, vintage print.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 28cm x 53.3cm (11" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This chromolithograph card, published in 1916 by Universal Images Group (UIG), transports us back to the early days of scientific discovery. The image showcases a scene from Cornwall, England, where miners are diligently extracting pitchblende ore. Little did they know that within these dark rocks lay a remarkable element with immense potential. In 1898, Marie and Pierre Curie successfully isolated radium from this very ore, forever changing our understanding of radioactivity. This groundbreaking achievement marked a pivotal moment in scientific history and paved the way for numerous advancements in medicine and industry. The print captures the essence of this significant event as we witness the laborious process of mining pitchblende. The miners' determined expressions reflect their dedication to unearthing this precious resource that would ultimately lead to revolutionary discoveries. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, it serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and progress. It symbolizes the tireless efforts made by scientists throughout history to unravel nature's mysteries and harness its hidden treasures for the betterment of society. Let us appreciate not only the beauty captured within this chromolithograph but also its profound significance in shaping our understanding of elements like radium – an element that continues to impact various fields even today.
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