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The coal sorters, type of Creusot; in the foreground, sitting on the wheelbarrow
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The coal sorters, type of Creusot; in the foreground, sitting on the wheelbarrow
LSE4326120 The coal sorters, type of Creusot; in the foreground, sitting on the wheelbarrow, the oldest of the sorters, the mother Dion, 36 years of sorting. Engraving to illustrate a voyage to the Creusot and the mines of Saone and Loire, in 1865, by L. Simonin, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coal sorters, type of Creusot; in the foreground, sitting on the wheelbarrow, the oldest of the sorters, the mother Dion, 36 years of sorting. Engraving to illustrate a voyage to the Creusot and the mines of Saone and Loire, in 1865, by L. Simonin, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; out of copyright
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© Leonard de Selva / Bridgeman Images
Coal Minor Oldness Woman At Work
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This print captures a moment in the lives of coal sorters in Creusot, France during the 19th century. In the foreground, we see an elderly woman named Dion, who has dedicated 36 years to this laborious task. Sitting on a wheelbarrow, she exudes both strength and weariness as her weathered hands rest on her lap. The engraving is part of an illustration from "Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published in Paris in 1867. It offers us a glimpse into the harsh reality of working conditions for women at that time. The image showcases not only Dion's resilience but also highlights the role of women in manual labor. The artist's attention to detail allows us to appreciate the minor instruments used by these coal sorters as they meticulously separate valuable pieces from waste material. Their expertise is evident through their focused expressions and skilled movements. This print belongs to the Selva Collection and was captured by Leonard de Selva. Its historical significance lies not only in documenting French industrial life but also shedding light on gender dynamics within this specific occupation. As we observe this powerful image, let us reflect on the determination and perseverance displayed by individuals like Dion who worked tirelessly behind-the-scenes to fuel progress during a pivotal era of industrialization.
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