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Salt Works, Amsterdam, 1660
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Salt Works, Amsterdam, 1660
Salt Works, Amsterdam, 1660. Right: quality of product is being shown to potential customer: Left: women are refining brine in a boiler. Eggs were sometimes added to brine and the impurities removed from surface with resulting scum. From Schat der Gesontheyt by Johann van Beverwycks. (Amsterdam, 1660)
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This print takes us back to the bustling Salt Works in Amsterdam during the year 1660. The image is divided into two distinct scenes, each showcasing a different aspect of this thriving industry. On the right side, we witness a moment of commerce as a potential customer examines the quality of salt being offered. The seller proudly presents his product, highlighting its purity and superiority. This snapshot gives us a glimpse into the world of trade and shopping in 17th century Amsterdam. Meanwhile, on the left side, women are diligently refining brine in a large boiler. A fascinating technique used during that time involved adding eggs to the brine, which helped remove impurities that would rise to the surface as scum. This meticulous process demonstrates how even small details were attended to with great care in order to produce high-quality salt. The entire scene exudes an atmosphere of industriousness and innovation. Men can be seen operating pumps while others engage in various tasks related to mining and chemical industry practices. Amidst it all stands a lady who appears confident and knowledgeable about her craft. This remarkable engraving from Johann van Beverwycks' "Schat der Gesontheyt" offers us an invaluable glimpse into Amsterdam's rich history as one of Europe's major centers for salt production during this era. It serves as a testament not only to human ingenuity but also highlights the important role women played within these industries centuries ago.
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