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They allow the photographer to view all of the images together and make selections quickly. Looking at Broomfield’s contacts reveals how he refined an idea, approaching a subject with varying angles and lighting. Reflecting on these images of die casting, Broomfield noted: ‘There is always something special when recording a craft that is steeped\r\nin history.’\n\r\nDie Casting\r\nQualcast Lawnmower Works, Derbyshire\r\n1954\r\nGelatin silver print, printed 1995\r\nGiven by the artist\r\nMuseum no. E.3745-2007\n\r\nGroup of 12 contact prints\r\n1954\r\nGelatin silver prints\r\nGiven by the artist\r\nMuseum no. 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