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Gold Refiner (engraving)
2801977 Gold Refiner (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold Refiner. Illustration for An Illustrated Vocabulary For The Use Of The Deaf And Dumb (SPCK, 1857).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23463740
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
Furnace Hammer Implements Iron Ladle Magnet Making Manual Metals Occupations Pincers Poker Precious Profession Professions Scraper Sieve Tongs Trades Workmen Crucibles Industries Melting Pot Refiner
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving titled "Gold Refiner" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the intricate world of gold refining. The image showcases an English School's depiction of a gold refiner diligently at work in his profession. With his manual tools and implements, he is fully absorbed in the process of transforming raw gold into its purest form. The refiner can be seen holding a ladle filled with molten gold over a jar, carefully pouring it through a sieve to remove impurities. Surrounding him are various essential tools such as an iron magnet, hammer, and tongs that aid him in his meticulous craft. A log fire burns brightly beneath the furnace where crucibles containing precious metals await their transformation. Every detail within this print highlights the laborious nature of this occupation during Victorian times. From the carboy of nitric acid to scrape away unwanted residue to the pan used for collecting refined gold, each element serves a purpose in achieving perfection. This artwork not only captures an important moment in history but also pays homage to those skilled craftsmen who dedicated themselves to refining one of our most treasured materials - gold. It reminds us of their expertise and commitment while showcasing the beauty found within industrial trades from centuries past.
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