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Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales



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Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales

View of the derelict Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales. The foreground is littered with pieces of wood, including an empty coffin which has broken apart. The colliery closed in 1969

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1969 1972 Broken Closed Coal Coal Mine Coffin Colliery Debris Derelict Empty Litter Littered Mine Mining Pieces Pontypool Timber Tirpentwys


22"x18" Modern Frame

Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection: "Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative black and white photograph captures the haunting beauty of the abandoned Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales. The image, taken in 1969 after the mine had closed, showcases the stark reality of the passing coal mining era. The foreground is dotted with pieces of wood and debris, including an empty coffin that has succumbed to the ravages of time. This framed print is not only a stunning piece of art but also a poignant reminder of industrial history. Add this unique photograph to your home or office décor and start a conversation about the past, present, and future. Each print is carefully framed in a high-quality wooden frame, ensuring a stylish and sophisticated look that complements any space. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your home.

20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")

Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")

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.


EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty and the stark reality of the derelict Tirpentwys Colliery in Pontypool, South Wales, taken in the early 1970s. The image presents a scene of desolation and decay, with the remnants of timber and debris scattered across the foreground. At the center, an empty coffin lies broken apart, a poignant reminder of the human cost of the coal mining industry that once thrived in this region. The colliery, which closed its doors in 1969, stands as a testament to the historical significance of the coal industry in Wales and the United Kingdom. The photograph was taken during the 1970s, a decade marked by economic and social change, and the decline of heavy industry. The image invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the transformation of the landscape, as well as the human stories that are often lost in the march of progress. The wood and debris, once part of the bustling colliery, now serve as a poignant reminder of the past, and the empty coffin adds a layer of melancholy to the scene. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the historical and cultural importance of the coal mining industry in Wales, and the impact it had on the lives of the people who worked in it.

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