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Poster Print : The last shift at Cotgrave Colliery, returns to the surface. Circa 1992
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The last shift at Cotgrave Colliery, returns to the surface. Circa 1992
Staff
Nottingham Post
Mirrorpix
Cotgrave
Nottinghamshire
England
92-7521
Media ID 21791713
© Mirrorpix
Cage Coal Mining East Midlands Hard Hat Industry And Work Miners Mining Nineties Nottinghamshire Overalls Shaft 1992 Safety Equipment
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our vintage poster print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring The Last Shift at Cotgrave Colliery. This poignant image captures the moment of return to the surface in 1992, marking the end of an era for the coal mining community. Add a touch of history and nostalgia to your walls with this beautifully printed and authentic poster from the Media Storehouse range.
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 39.4cm x 59.4cm (15.5" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a poignant moment in history - the last shift at Cotgrave Colliery returning to the surface. Taken circa 1992, it serves as a powerful reminder of the once-thriving coal mining industry that shaped the East Midlands region of England. The image showcases a group of hardworking miners emerging from the depths of the earth, clad in their protective overalls and safety equipment. Each face tells a story of dedication and resilience, reflecting their commitment to an industry that sustained communities for generations. The towering cage used to transport these brave individuals up and down the shaft stands as a symbol of both progress and tradition. It represents not only technological advancements but also the deep-rooted heritage associated with coal mining in Nottinghamshire. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to an era when coal was king and provided livelihoods for countless families across the United Kingdom. The nineties marked a turning point in this narrative, as economic shifts led to closures like Cotgrave Colliery. Through this evocative image captured by Staff at Memory Lane Prints, we are reminded of both the hardships endured by miners and their unwavering spirit. It serves as a tribute to those who dedicated their lives underground, shaping not only our industrial landscape but also our collective memory.
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