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Framed Print : Balloting for the coal strike, Wheatsheaf Colliery, Pendlebury, January 1912, (c1920). Artist: Topical Press Agency
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Balloting for the coal strike, Wheatsheaf Colliery, Pendlebury, January 1912, (c1920). Artist: Topical Press Agency
Balloting for the coal strike, Wheatsheaf Colliery, Pendlebury, near Manchester, January 1912, (c1920). Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)
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Ballot Box Coal Coal Industry Coal Miner Coal Mining Colliery Dirt Dirty Fuel Hutchinson Miner Mining Strike Topical Press Agency Vote Voting Walter Walter Hutchinson Yorkshire
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exclusive Framed Print of 'Balloting for the coal strike, Wheatsheaf Colliery, Pendlebury, January 1912' by Topical Press Agency and Walter Hutchinson. This historic image captures an important moment in coal mining history, as workers gather for a ballot during the 1912 coal strike. The print is taken from the Story of the British Nation, Volume IV, and showcases the grit and determination of the miners during this pivotal period. Each Framed Print is carefully crafted with high-quality materials to preserve the intricate details and authenticity of the original illustration. Add this piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 23cm (15.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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Balloting for the Coal Strike - A Glimpse into the Turbulent Times of British Mining
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photo print, captured by the renowned Topical Press Agency in 1920, takes us back to a significant moment in British history. The image depicts a scene at Wheatsheaf Colliery in Pendlebury, near Manchester, during January 1912. As coal miners and their families gather around a ballot box, tension fills the air as they exercise their democratic right to vote on whether to proceed with a strike. The photograph offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of these hardworking individuals who endured grueling conditions in pursuit of livelihoods within Britain's booming coal industry. Covered in layers of coal dust and wearing headgear that symbolizes their occupation, men and boys stand side by side with determination etched upon their faces. Amongst them is a young child whose presence reminds us that even at such tender ages, children were often thrust into adult responsibilities due to economic necessity. This poignant portrayal highlights not only the physical toll mining took on individuals but also sheds light on political activism within working-class communities during this era. As we gaze upon this powerful image today, it serves as a reminder of how far we have come since those tumultuous times. It prompts us to reflect on the sacrifices made by these brave miners and encourages us to appreciate our modern comforts while acknowledging the struggles faced by those who came before us.
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