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Fresh Air from the Potteries
" Fresh Air from the Potteries" A sarcastic caption accompanying a fine photograph of the skyline of dark satanic mills which characterised the Potteries (Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire) from the Industrial Revolution through to the 1950s. Date: 1930
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Chimneys Heavy Kiln Kilns Mills Potteries Revolution Satanic Sky Line Staffordshire Stoke Towers Trent Belching
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Breathe in the history and charm of the Potteries with our stunning Canvas Print of 'Fresh Air from the Potteries' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, filled with the unique character of Stoke-on-Trent's iconic dark satanic mills, is now a beautiful addition to any home or office. Our high-quality canvas prints are sure to impress with their vibrant colors, rich textures, and long-lasting durability. Elevate your space with a piece of history and bring the industrial heritage of the Potteries right into your home.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 34.2cm (21" x 13.5")
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Fresh Air from the Potteries
EDITORS COMMENTS
- A Sardonic Glimpse into the Industrial Heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (1930) This evocative photograph captures the dark and brooding skyline of Stoke-on-Trent, also known as the Potteries, during the early 20th century. The image, taken in the year 1930, offers a stark contrast to the idyllic notion of "fresh air." Instead, the scene is dominated by the heavy, looming presence of the dark satanic mills, kilns, and chimneys that characterized this industrial powerhouse of the North of England. The Potteries, a region renowned for its ceramics industry, underwent a rapid transformation during the Industrial Revolution. The area became synonymous with the relentless production of earthenware, stoneware, and later, bone china. This transition brought about a surge in the construction of factories, kilns, and mills, which belched thick plumes of smoke into the air, blanketing the landscape in a perpetual pall. The photograph presents a scene of unyielding industry, with the towering structures of the mills and kilns reaching towards the heavens like dark sentinels. The chimneys, billowing with smoke, serve as constant reminders of the relentless process that drove the region's economy. The Potteries, once known for its picturesque landscapes and rural charm, had been forever changed by the march of progress. Despite the ominous appearance of the scene, there is a certain allure to the photograph. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the people who lived and worked in this industrial heartland. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of progress, and the enduring legacy of the Potteries' industrial heritage.
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