Refining copper in a furnace. In the foreground a coating of copper is being hammered

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Refining copper in a furnace. In the foreground a coating of copper is being hammered

Refining copper in a furnace. In the foreground a coating of copper is being hammered off an iron bar. This was a method of testing to see if the metal was sufficiently refined. From De re metallica, by Agricola, pseudonym of Georg Bauer (Basle, 1556)

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1556 Agricola Basle Bauer Coating Copper Foreground Furnace Georg Iron Metal Metallica Metallurgy Method Pseudonym Refined Refining Technology Testing Hammered Sufficiently

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the process of refining copper, showcasing the intricate methods employed during the 16th century. In the foreground, we witness a skilled artisan hammering off a coating of copper from an iron bar. This technique served as a crucial test to determine whether the metal had reached sufficient refinement. The image originates from "De re metallica" authored by Georg Bauer under his pseudonym Agricola and published in Basle in 1556. The book stands as an invaluable resource on metallurgy and offers insights into historical technological advancements. Within this frame, we are transported back to an era where craftsmanship and ingenuity were paramount. The intense heat emanating from the furnace illuminates the scene, casting shadows that dance upon ancient walls. It is here that copper was transformed through fire and skillful manipulation. As we marvel at this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate not only its artistic value but also its historical significance. This photograph serves as a testament to human innovation and our relentless pursuit of progress within industries such as mining and metallurgy

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