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Refining copper using the Hungarian process, 1683
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Refining copper using the Hungarian process, 1683
Refining copper using the Hungarian process, 1683. Copperplate engraving showing cupellation cakes being roasted, releasing lead. The lead obtained is smelted at top left. Illustration from the 1683 English edition of Beschreibung Allerfurnemisten Mineralischen Ertzt (Treatise on Ores and Asssaying), by Lazarus Ercker, published in 1580. This edition has new plates with numbers rather than letters, but the process is faithfully copied
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Ercker Flame Flames Furnace Hammer Heat Lazarus Lazarus Ercker Lead Metallurgy Metalworker Mining Pincer Pincers Smelting Tongs Ann Ronan Pictures Cupellation
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This print, titled "Refining copper using the Hungarian process, 1683" takes us back to the 17th century when metallurgy was a thriving industry. Created by Lazarus Ercker and published in his renowned treatise on ores and assaying, this engraving provides a detailed glimpse into the intricate process of refining copper. In the image, we see skilled male metalworkers diligently working amidst a fiery backdrop. The central focus lies on cupellation cakes being roasted, releasing lead vapors that are captured for further smelting at the top left corner. The intensity of heat is palpable as flames dance around the furnace where these craftsmen employ their tools - hammers, pincers, and tongs - with precision. Ercker's illustration beautifully captures both the scientific nature and artistic craftsmanship involved in this profession. It showcases how mining and metalworking were integral parts of society during that era. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of technological advancements. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece from centuries ago, it reminds us of our ancestors' dedication to perfecting their craft. It also highlights how knowledge has been passed down through generations faithfully since Ercker's original publication in 1580. This historical artifact not only offers insight into an important chapter in metallurgical history but also stands as a tribute to those who paved the way for modern industrial processes.
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