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COAL GOING UP / 1910
Tubs of coal arrive at the bottom of the lift shaft, ready to be hauled up to the surface, at the Clay Cross mine at Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
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Arrive Bottom Chesterfield Clay Coal Derbyshire Hauled Lift Mine Mining Operations Ready Shaft Surface
12"x9" (30x23cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the stunning "COAL GOING UP / 1910" canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library. This captivating image transports you back in time to the bustling Coal Mine at Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England. Witness the raw power and industry of the early 1900s as tubs of coal are lifted from the depths of the shaft, ready to be hauled up to the surface. The intricate details and authentic textures of this historic moment are beautifully rendered in our high-quality canvas prints, making it an essential addition to any home or office decor. Bring a piece of history into your space and relive the spirit of the past with this exquisite 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 30.5cm x 22.9cm (12" x 9")
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 evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of coal mining at the Clay Cross mine in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, circa 1910. The image shows a series of tubs filled with coal, neatly lined up at the bottom of the lift shaft, waiting to be hauled up to the surface. The coal mining industry was a significant contributor to the economic growth of England during this period, and the scene depicted in this photograph offers a glimpse into the labor-intensive process that was essential to the extraction of this valuable resource. The coal mining operations at Clay Cross, which began in the late 18th century, were renowned for their extensive network of underground tunnels and shafts. The use of coal lifts, such as the one featured in this photograph, allowed for the efficient transportation of coal from the depths of the mine to the surface, where it could be transported to markets and power stations. Despite the impressive scale of the mining operations, conditions for the workers were often harsh and dangerous. Long hours, low wages, and the ever-present risk of injury or death from accidents were commonplace. The coal mining industry was also notorious for its impact on the health of workers, with respiratory diseases such as pneumoconiosis and silicosis being common afflictions. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human effort and sacrifice that went into the extraction of coal, an essential fuel that powered the industrial revolution and shaped the modern world. The image also highlights the importance of the coal mining industry to the history and economy of Chesterfield and Derbyshire, and the significant role it played in the broader history of England.
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