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Poster Print : Rock Salt: Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing how pillars of
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Rock Salt: Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing how pillars of
Rock Salt: Marston Salt Mine, Northwich, Cheshire, England, showing how pillars of rock salt were left to support roof. In background work continues by candlelight in chamber called The Cathedral. German aquatint c1820
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Aquatint Background C1820 Cathedral Chamber Chemical Cheshire German Industry Left Mine Mining Pillars Rock Roof Salt Support Work Candlelight Continues Marston Northwich
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the majestic beauty of nature with our Media Storehouse Rock Salt Poster Print from Universal Images Group. This captivating image transports you to the Marston Salt Mine in Northwich, Cheshire, England. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of pillars of rock salt, jutting out from the ground, supporting the mine's ancient roof. In the background, the dimly lit chamber, known as The Cathedral, reveals dedicated workers continuing their labor by candlelight. Add this evocative print to your decor and let the rich history and natural wonder of the salt mines inspire you every day.
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 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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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back in time to the Marston Salt Mine in Northwich, Cheshire, England. The image showcases an incredible sight - pillars of rock salt left strategically to support the roof of this underground marvel. These towering pillars stand as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the miners who worked tirelessly in this industry. In the background, we catch a glimpse of work continuing by candlelight in a chamber known as The Cathedral. This ethereal scene adds an air of mystique and highlights the challenging conditions these miners faced daily. The German aquatint technique used to capture this momentous scene around 1820 lends an artistic touch that enhances our appreciation for both the beauty and significance of this historical site. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported into a world where mining and chemical industries thrived, shaping communities like Northwich. It is fascinating to witness how human innovation coexists with nature's resources. Let us take a moment to reflect on the immense effort it took to extract such valuable minerals from deep within Earth's crust. This print serves as a reminder not only of our industrial past but also of our ability to adapt and overcome challenges for progress.
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