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Work at the Bakalskii mine, 1910. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Work at the Bakalskii mine, 1910. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Work at the Bakalskii mine, 1910. A family, with shovels and horse-drawn carts, working at the iron mines in the Bakaly hills. The Bakaly hills, in the area outside the city of Ekaterinburg, provide the locale for a small-scale family mining operation
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This print by Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky transports us back to the year 1910, capturing a moment of hard work and determination at the Bakalskii mine. In this image, we see a family laboring with shovels and horse-drawn carts in the iron mines located in the Bakaly hills outside Ekaterinburg.
The scene is bustling with activity as four individuals - two men and two women - are engaged in the extraction of minerals from the earth. The presence of horses adds an element of traditional transportation to this industrial setting, highlighting the reliance on animal power during that era.
Prokudin-Gorsky's use of color separation negative photography brings out vivid hues and details, allowing us to appreciate the historical significance of this small-scale family mining operation. This snapshot not only documents a specific moment in time but also serves as a testament to human resilience and ingenuity in harnessing natural resources for economic gain.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the tireless efforts put forth by generations past to fuel industrial progress. It stands as a tribute to those who worked tirelessly in challenging conditions, shaping our understanding of history and heritage through their laborious endeavors.
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