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Retired coal miner Blaenavon, South Wales
A retired coal miner sits with his mongrel dog at Blaenavon, South Wales. Behind them is the redundant Blaenavon coal mine, which is now the Big Pit National Coal Museum under the auspices of the National Museum of Wales Date: 1988
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Media ID 19535243
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1988 Blaenavon Coal Dunn Eighties Mine Miner Mining Mongrel Philip Retired Valleys
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 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 17x15 inches (431x381mm). 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 24.4cm x 16.8cm (9.6" x 6.6")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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 photograph taken in 1988, a retired coal miner named Philip Dunn sits on a bench with his loyal mongrel dog in Blaenavon, South Wales. The idyllic scene is juxtaposed by the looming presence of the redundant Blaenavon coal mine in the background. Once a symbol of industry and economic prosperity for the Welsh Valleys, the mine now stands as a testament to the past, having closed its doors and been transformed into the Big Pit National Coal Museum under the auspices of the National Museum of Wales. The 1980s were a pivotal time for the coal mining industry in Wales, with many pits closing due to economic pressures and the shift towards alternative energy sources. This photograph captures the sense of loss and transition felt by the community, as the miner, who spent his working life toiling in the mines, now finds himself retired and reflecting on the past. The presence of his faithful dog adds a sense of companionship and comfort in this moment of reflection. The Big Pit National Coal Museum, which opened in 1983, offers visitors a glimpse into the history of coal mining in Wales and the lives of the miners and their families. The museum has become an important cultural and educational resource, preserving the stories and memories of the mining community for future generations. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human impact of industrial change and the importance of preserving our history for future generations. It also highlights the resilience and adaptability of communities in the face of adversity, as they find new ways to come together and create a sense of purpose and identity in a changing world.
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