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Fine Art Print : Men at West Pit, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales
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Men at West Pit, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales
Miners preparing to descend the West Pit of the Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, Rhymney Valley, South Wales. The West Pit opened in the 1880s
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Coal Coal Mine Colliery Conditions Descend Elliot Elliott Mine Miners Mining Preparing Shaft Tredegar Rhymney
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "Men at West Pit, Elliot Colliery, New Tredegar, South Wales" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image captures the raw emotion and determination of miners preparing to descend the West Pit of the Elliot Colliery in the Rhymney Valley of South Wales, circa 1880s. With its rich, authentic detail and stunning visual depth, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Add a touch of timeless charm to your home or office decor with this captivating piece of social history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 33.1cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 moment in time as men of the Elliot Colliery in New Tredegar, South Wales, prepare to descend the West Pit in the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. The West Pit, which opened in the 1880s, was a vital part of the Rhymney Valley's coal mining industry that played a significant role in the region's economic development. The image portrays the harsh realities of working in a coal mine as the miners don their protective gear, including helmets and lamps, before making their descent. The shaft, with its wooden ladder and pulley system, looms ominously in the background, a reminder of the physical and emotional toll the job demanded. The men's expressions convey a sense of determination and camaraderie as they face the challenges of the mine, a testament to their resilience and commitment to their work and their community. The photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the miners and their families, who played a crucial role in the region's industrial history. It also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by the working class during this period, as they labored to extract the coal that fueled the industrial revolution and powered the nation. The West Pit, like many coal mines in the region, closed in the mid-20th century, marking the end of an era in South Wales' history. Today, the site stands as a reminder of the area's rich industrial heritage and the men and women who shaped it.
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