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19th-century tin mine, Cornwall
19th-century tin mine, Cornwall. Artwork of miners and walkways at the Botallack Copper and Tin Mine at St Just, Cornwall, England. This mine, under various names, dates back to 1721. Undersea excavations were reported from 1778, and this artwork illustrates the situation in around 1862. The workings extended out under the sea for nearly a whole kilometre, and some of the tunnels were only a few metres below the seabed. In 1863 the mine employed nearly 300 men, over 100 women, and over 100 boys. The mine had reached a depth of 400 metres. The fortunes of the mine fluctuated over the years, and eventually it closed in 1914. During its history, it produced thousands of tons of tin and copper. Artwork from Mines and Miners (L. Simonin, 1868)
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1883 Coast Copper Cornish Cornwall History Of Science Mine Miner Miners Mines And Miners Mining Simonin Worker Workers False Coloured Tin Mine
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 16.7cm (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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This print takes us back to the 19th-century tin mine in Cornwall, England. The artwork vividly depicts the miners and walkways of the Botallack Copper and Tin Mine at St Just. Dating back to 1721, this historic mine witnessed undersea excavations starting from 1778. Created around 1862, this illustration showcases the remarkable situation of the mine's workings extending nearly a whole kilometer beneath the sea, with some tunnels just meters below the seabed. In its prime year of 1863, this bustling mine employed an impressive workforce consisting of almost 300 men, over 100 women, and more than a hundred boys. With a depth reaching an astounding 400 meters, it produced vast quantities of tin and copper throughout its existence. However, like many mines' fortunes do fluctuate over time; eventually closing its doors in 1914. The image provides insight into both technological advancements and industrial history as it portrays miners equipped with tools and machinery characteristic of that era. This false-colored illustration not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a testament to Britain's rich mining heritage. As we admire this piece from Mines and Miners by L. Simonin (1868), we are transported to an era where hardworking individuals braved treacherous conditions underground for their livelihoods while contributing significantly to Europe's mining industry.
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