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Metal Print : Miner Jack Buxton, made redundant after 47 years on the closure of Burradon Colliery
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Miner Jack Buxton, made redundant after 47 years on the closure of Burradon Colliery
Miner Jack Buxton, made redundant after 47 years on the closure of Burradon Colliery, November 1975
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Media ID 21537077
© Mirrorpix
Coal Coal Mining Colliery Helmet Miners
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Preserve the history and spirit of the mining community with our stunning Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring Miner Jack Buxton, who dedicated 47 years of his life to Burradon Colliery before being made redundant in November 1975, this powerful image is a poignant reminder of the past. Our Metal Prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of the mining industry and its workers. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality metal sheets, ensuring a vibrant and long-lasting display that adds character and depth to any room. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this evocative Miner Jack Buxton Metal Print from Memory Lane Prints.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 38.1cm (10" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Miner Jack Buxton, a symbol of resilience and dedication, stares into the camera lens with a mix of pride and uncertainty etched on his weathered face. This print captures the end of an era as Burradon Colliery, once bustling with life and industry, succumbs to closure in November 1975. After dedicating an impressive 47 years to this coal mining colliery, Miner Jack finds himself facing redundancy amidst a changing landscape. The image tells a story beyond words - the coal-streaked helmet perched atop his head speaks volumes about the arduous nature of his work. The backdrop reveals other miners going about their daily tasks; comrades who have become family over decades spent deep underground. Each wrinkle on Miner Jack's face represents countless hours spent in darkness and danger for the sake of providing energy to fuel a nation. This photograph serves as both a tribute and reminder - honoring the hardworking men like Miner Jack who sacrificed their health and safety for our collective progress. It also serves as a stark reminder that industries evolve, leaving behind legacies that are often forgotten or overlooked. As we gaze upon this poignant snapshot from Memory Lane Prints by NCJ, let us remember those who labored tirelessly beneath our feet to power our communities. Let us reflect on how far we've come since then while acknowledging that progress comes at great cost.
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