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Copper smelting, a primitive method, Japan, c1900 (1956)
Copper smelting, a primitive method, Japan, c1900 (1956). A print from Things, a volume about the origin and early history of many things, common and less common, essential and inessential, by Readers Union, the Grosvenor Press, London, 1956. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector / Heritage-Images
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This photograph captures a primitive method of copper smelting in Japan around the year 1900. The image, taken from a print featured in the book "Things" published by Readers Union in London in 1956, offers a glimpse into the early history of this essential industrial process. In the photo, we see a group of Japanese men engrossed in their work. They are surrounded by metal tools and equipment as they laboriously extract copper from its raw form. Their dedication to this demanding task is evident on their faces, reflecting both concentration and determination. The scene transports us back to an era when technology was still developing, highlighting the ingenuity and resourcefulness required for such endeavors. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to the composition, emphasizing contrasts between light and shadow that enhance our understanding of these workers' challenging conditions. The grainy texture further evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone but not forgotten. As we observe this snapshot from Japan's past, it prompts us to appreciate both the progress made over time and those who paved the way through their hard work and perseverance.
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