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Miner riding drams, Tirpentwys Colliery, South Wales
A miner riding a journey of drams (coal trucks) at Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales. Date: 1910
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Coal Colliery Conditions Dram Jones Labour Manual Mine Miner Miners Mining Pontypool Props Tirpentwys Truck Trucks Worker
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.3cm x 59.9cm (23.3" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
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 evocative photograph captures the harsh realities of coal mining in South Wales during the Edwardian era, as a miner named Jones skillfully navigates a journey of 'drams' or coal trucks at Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool. Dressed in heavy workwear and wearing a miner's helmet, Jones demonstrates the physical labor and determination required in the industry. The wooden drams, each capable of holding several tons of coal, are propelled forward by the miner using a long pole, creating a rhythmic and repetitive motion. The scene is set against the backdrop of the colliery, with its industrial machinery and dark, enclosed tunnels. The year is 1910, and the working conditions for miners were far from ideal. Long hours, low pay, and dangerous working environments were commonplace. Yet, the resilience and dedication of miners like Jones were essential to the prosperity of the coal industry in South Wales. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships and sacrifices made by the mining community during this period. The use of wooden drams, rather than mechanical trucks, added to the physical demands of the job. Miners would often have to load and unload the drams manually, further increasing their workload. Despite the challenges, the miners persevered, driven by the need to provide for their families and contribute to the local economy. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the history of the coal mining industry in South Wales and the daily lives of miners during the early 20th century.
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