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Gold Beater C1760
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Gold Beater C1760
A gold-beating factory in France in the 18th century. Workers are melting and beating gold to make ingots. Date: circa 1760
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1760 Beater Beating C 1760 Conditions Ingots Melting Metals Tool Tools
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This evocative 18th-century print depicts the interior of a gold-beating factory in France, circa 1760. The scene unfolds in a dimly lit room filled with the soft glow of fires, casting long shadows on the rough-hewn walls. Workers clad in heavy, protective clothing huddle around large, heated vats, their faces focused intently on the task at hand. Gold, in its molten state, is carefully poured from one vessel to another, the heat causing it to shimmer and dance. The workers wield long, wooden hammers, each one adorned with a flat, metal head. With rhythmic, synchronized motions, they strike the gold, shaping it into thin, malleable sheets. The sound of metal against metal echoes through the room, a testament to the labor-intensive process of gold-beating. The air is thick with the scent of molten gold and the acrid smell of burning charcoal. The atmosphere is a stark contrast to the opulence and grandeur often associated with the precious metal. The workers, their faces etched with determination and concentration, seem almost otherworldly in their dedication to their craft. This print offers a rare glimpse into the inner workings of a gold-beating factory during the 18th century. It is a reminder of the harsh conditions and unyielding dedication required to transform raw gold into the coveted ingots that would eventually be used in various industries and artistic creations. The tools and techniques depicted in this print have remained largely unchanged for centuries, a testament to the enduring nature of traditional craftsmanship.
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