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George Rodger

(Hale, England, 1908 - 1995, Smarden, England)

Williamson Diamond Mine (Workers receiving their pay at the cash window)

1948

Gelatin silver print

7 3/8 x 9 1/4 in. (18.8 x 23.6 cm)

Collection of the Akron Art Museum

Gift of Mark Reichman

2006.273

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Caption labels: "Scenes at the Williamson Diamond Mine at Mwadui in the heart of Sukumaland, Tanganyika, which has the richest diamond deposit the world has even known. It was discovered in 1940 by Dr. John Williamson after five years of scientific deduction and methodical prospecting. Most of the workers are from the local Wasukuma tribe. Pics by Geo Rodger of 'Magnum'" "Diamond Mine: 15-2-11: workers receiving their pay at the cash window of the compound office."

Keywords
Black and White
Africa
Photography
Gelatin Silver
Documentary