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Antique Framed Print : Mine entrance DP143584
Framed Photos from Historic England
Mine entrance DP143584
Haggs Mine, Nentsberry,
North Pennines. View along tunnel towards the mine entrance. This mine was in operation by the 1730s and was finally abandoned in 1958
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 12573562
© Historic England Archive
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.8cm x 24.4cm (6.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the haunting beauty of Haggs Mine, nestled in the rugged landscapes of Nentsberry in the North Pennines. As we peer into the depths of this tunnel, our gaze is drawn towards the mine entrance that once welcomed countless miners to their arduous daily tasks. Dating back to the 1730s, Haggs Mine holds a rich history within its dark and mysterious corridors. For over two centuries, it stood as a testament to human resilience and determination in extracting valuable resources from deep within the earth's crust. However, like many mines before it, Haggs Mine eventually succumbed to time and progress. The abandoned silence that now envelops these tunnels speaks volumes about an era long gone. The flickering light casts eerie shadows on worn-out tracks and rusted machinery, reminding us of past lives intertwined with this unforgiving industry. Alun Bull's masterful composition allows us to experience both awe and melancholy simultaneously. Through his lens, we witness not only a physical space but also an intangible connection between man and nature; a reminder that even amidst darkness there can be moments of profound beauty. As we contemplate this image captured by Historic England's talented photographer Alun Bull, let us reflect upon those who dedicated their lives underground - their sacrifices shaping communities while leaving behind stories etched forever in stone.
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