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English Peat Industry
The peat industry in England, here on the Moors, near Glastonbury, Somerset. This workman is building up a ruccle from a hyle. The pyramid has 800 turves
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Media ID 588876
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Glastonbury Moors Peat Pyramid Somerset Workman
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating English Peat Industry Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite piece of art transporting us back in time to the Moors of Somerset, near Glastonbury. Witness the dedication of a workman as he meticulously builds a ruccle, a pyramid of 800 turves in the English peat industry. This evocative image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the hard work and determination required in this traditional industry. Adorn your walls with history and bring a touch of the past into your home with this beautifully crafted canvas print.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a moment in the English peat industry during the 1930s, showcasing a workman diligently building up a ruccle from a hyle on the Moors near Glastonbury, Somerset. The historical significance of this image is evident as the workman carefully constructs a pyramid made up of 800 turves, highlighting the laborious process involved in harvesting peat.
The stark beauty of the moors serves as a backdrop to this scene, emphasizing the connection between man and nature in this traditional industry. The rich history of England's peat industry is brought to life through this snapshot, offering viewers a glimpse into a bygone era when manual labor was at the heart of production.
Mary Evans Picture Library has expertly captured not just an image, but a piece of English heritage that speaks to our industrial past. This photograph serves as a reminder of the hard work and dedication that went into shaping England's landscape and economy.
As we admire this piece from Mary Evans Prints Online, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand the craftsmanship and skill required to build such intricate structures out of natural resources. It is truly a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance in harnessing the earth's bounty for our benefit.
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