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A coal miner at Ellington Colliery in Northumberland sitting in the locker room after his
A coal miner at Ellington Colliery in Northumberland sitting in the locker room after his shift
November 1999
Phil Spencer
mirrorpix
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
WA*1115957
Media ID 21494450
© Mirrorpix
Coal Miners Mining Occupations Tired
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with this evocative black and white photograph from Memory Lane Prints. Witness the raw authenticity of life as a coal miner in Northumberland, as captured by acclaimed photographer Phil Spencer in November 1999. This powerful image shows a weary miner, dressed in his grubby work clothes, taking a moment of respite in the locker room after a long shift at Ellington Colliery. Each print from the Media Storehouse range is produced using the highest quality materials, ensuring vibrant, long-lasting colours and sharp detail. Bring a piece of history into your home and add depth to your decor with this stunning, collectible print.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" 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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In this poignant print captured by Phil Spencer, we are transported back to November 1999 at Ellington Colliery in Northumberland. The image depicts a coal miner sitting alone in the locker room after a grueling shift underground. As he rests his weary body on the bench, one can almost feel the weight of exhaustion and perseverance etched onto his face. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the tireless dedication and sacrifice that miners like him made every day. It encapsulates an entire industry's struggle for survival during the 1990s, when coal mining faced numerous challenges. The dimly lit locker room with its worn-out walls and scattered belongings provides a stark backdrop to this intimate moment of respite. The miner's tired eyes speak volumes about the physical toll extracted from these brave individuals who descended into darkness daily, working tirelessly to fuel our society. Phil Spencer's skillful composition captures not only the weariness but also an underlying sense of resilience within this exhausted figure. This print stands as a testament to all those who labored in mines across Northumberland during that era – their unwavering determination keeping communities alive amidst economic uncertainty. As we gaze upon this image today, it prompts us to reflect on how far we have come since then while honoring those who dedicated their lives to such demanding occupations.
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