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Mounted Print : View at Wheal Coates tin mine, St Agnes, Cornwall
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View at Wheal Coates tin mine, St Agnes, Cornwall
View at Wheal Coates former tin mine, on the cliff top between Porthtowan and St Agnes, north coast of Cornwall, showing the Towanroath Shaft Pumping Engine House. Date: circa 1980s
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Media ID 14244436
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
Agnes Calm Cliff Cliffs Coates Cornish Disused Grassy Mine Mining Pumping Shaft Wheal Porthtowan Towanroath
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Breathtakingly capturing the raw beauty and industrial history of Cornwall, our Mounted Photos feature this stunning view of Wheal Coates tin mine from the Mary Evans Prints Online collection. Dating back to the 1980s, this Rights Managed image showcases the iconic Towanroath Shaft Pumping Engine House perched precariously on the cliff edge between Porthtowan and St Agnes. Add this captivating piece to your home or office décor and bring the timeless charm of Cornwall's rich mining heritage into your space.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.4cm x 15.2cm (7.6" x 6")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 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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This evocative photograph captures the breathtaking view of Wheal Coates tin mine, located on the cliff top between Porthtowan and St Agnes on Cornwall's north coast. The image, taken in the 1980s, showcases the Towanroath Shaft Pumping Engine House, a once-vital structure in the industrial history of Cornwall's tin mining industry. The blue sky above contrasts beautifully with the disused, rusting engine house, its metal frame weathered by the elements. The calm, tranquil sea below adds to the serene atmosphere, a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the mining activity that once took place here. The grassy cliffs, dotted with wildflowers, provide a natural backdrop to the industrial structure, highlighting the harmonious coexistence of nature and human endeavor. The cliffs themselves, with their dramatic drops and rugged textures, add to the sense of history and tradition that permeates the area. Wheal Coates mine, with its iconic chimney stack, has long been a popular subject for photographers and artists, capturing the essence of Cornwall's rich industrial heritage. The mine, which operated from the late 18th century until the mid-20th century, produced a significant amount of tin and copper, contributing to the region's economy and shaping its cultural identity. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the past, a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of those who worked in Cornwall's mines, and a celebration of the natural beauty that surrounds us.
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