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Canvas Print : Dolcoath Mine, Camborne, Cornwall. 1893
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Dolcoath Mine, Camborne, Cornwall. 1893
The Man Engine at 234 fathoms level below adit, in 1893. The man engine went down to the 314 fathom level. Miners can be seen standing on the steps of the engine rod while others stand on solars or platforms fixed in the shaft at intervals of 12 feet. The man engine made 5 strokes a minute, thus enabling men to ride up or down 60 feet a minute. Ordinary ladders were fixed alongside the man engine or against the footwall of the lode. Photographer: John Charles Burrow
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TRURI : MIdol.1a
Media ID 12083202
© From the collection of the RIC
Industry Miners Mining Victorian
20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of Dolcoath Mine in Camborne, Cornwall. Taken from the Royal Cornwall Museum archives in 1893, this captivating photograph showcases the Man Engine at 234 fathoms level below the adit. Witness the miners standing on the engine rod and solar platforms, evoking the rich history and hardworking spirit of Cornwall's mining past. Bring this piece of history into your home and elevate your decor with our premium canvas prints, guaranteed to provide a timeless and captivating addition to any room.
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.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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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This print from 1893 takes us back in time to the Dolcoath Mine, located in Camborne, Cornwall. It showcases a remarkable feat of engineering known as the Man Engine, which operated at an impressive depth of 234 fathoms below adit level. In this image, miners can be seen standing on the steps of the engine rod while others are positioned on solars or platforms fixed within the shaft every 12 feet. The Man Engine revolutionized mining practices by allowing men to travel up or down at a remarkable speed of 60 feet per minute. With its five strokes per minute, this ingenious invention facilitated efficient transportation for workers within the mine's depths. To ensure safety and accessibility, ordinary ladders were installed alongside the man engine or against the footwall of the lode. Photographed by John Charles Burrow, this snapshot captures not only a moment frozen in time but also pays homage to Victorian-era miners who dedicated their lives to Cornwall's thriving mining industry. The image serves as a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance amidst challenging working conditions. Preserved by Royal Cornwall Museum, this historical artifact provides valuable insights into Cornish mining heritage and reminds us of our collective industrial past.
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