Russel C Aikins - Donora, Pa. Zinc Works of US Steel's American Steel and Wire Company
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Ref.#: 10748Price: $500
Medium: Vintage Gelatin Silver PrintPhoto Date: 1950cPrint Date: 1950cDimensions: 7.5 x 9.5 in. (191 x 241 mm)Photo Country: United States (USA)Photographer Country: United States (USA)
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DESCRIPTION:Written on verso: " "Venting" a condenser on a zinc furnace at the Donora, PA. Zinc Works of US Steel's American Steel and Wire Company..." This continues with a lengthy description of the process of zinc production.
This print shows a worker, protected by gloves; boots and eye goggles, engaged in the act of venting. The igniting carbon monoxide gas seen is a result of the process, venting allows this vapor to escape. Please contact the gallery for a quote on shipping and insurance costs. If applicable, residents of New York will be charged sales tax. International clients will be responsible for their VAT.
