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Miners / Lift Shaft / 1855
Landing at the bottom of the shaft in a mine in Northumberland, England
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Media ID 573428
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1855 Bottom Coal Landing Lift Mine Miners Mining North Umberland Operations Shaft
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Miners Poster Print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to 1855 in Northumberland, England, where miners make their descent into the depths of a mine, braving the unknown in the lift shaft. The atmospheric scene encapsulates the hard work, determination, and camaraderie of the mining community. Bring this piece of history into your home or workplace and ignite conversations about the past, while adding a touch of nostalgic charm to your space. Order your Miners Poster Print today and let the stories of the past come alive.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.8cm x 42cm (19.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in the history of mining operations in Northumberland, England. Dating back to 1855, the image showcases miners landing at the bottom of a lift shaft, ready to begin their grueling work underground. The stark industrial landscape and the stoic expressions on the faces of these miners paint a vivid picture of the harsh conditions they faced daily.
The lift shaft itself stands as a testament to the ingenuity and engineering prowess of the time, allowing workers to descend deep into the earth where coal was extracted for fueling England's booming industry. Each descent into this dark abyss represented not only physical labor but also an unwavering dedication to providing for their families and contributing to society.
As we gaze upon this historical snapshot, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by these brave individuals who risked life and limb in pursuit of progress. Their legacy lives on in every ton of coal extracted from beneath our feet, shaping not only Northumberland's landscape but also its identity as an industrial powerhouse.
This print serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history with those who came before us, shedding light on a chapter often overlooked in modern times. It is a visual time capsule that transports us back to an era when coal was king and miners were unsung heroes of Britain's industrial revolution.
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