Photographic Print : Mine, Trolley Boys / B / W
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Mine, Trolley Boys / B / W
TROLLEY BOYS Two boys on all fours drag a laden wagon up a sloping gallery : a shift can be as little as 11 hours a day, or in Scotland up to 18 hours
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Media ID 594786
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1842 Conditions Drag Fours Gallery Hours Laden Mine Mines Scot Land Shift Sloping Trolley Wagon
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Mine, Trolley Boys / B / W" photograph from the Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. This evocative black and white image transports us back in time to the harsh realities of mine work. Two determined boys, dressed in grubby work clothes, can be seen on all fours, straining to pull a heavily laden wagon up a sloping gallery. The grit and determination etched on their young faces tell a story of resilience and hard work. A poignant reminder of the past, this photograph is a must-have for history enthusiasts, mine workers, and anyone who appreciates the power of a single image to evoke emotion and tell a story. Order your print today from Media Storehouse and bring this captivating moment into your home or office.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.5cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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 striking photograph, titled "Trolley Boys," captures the harsh realities of child labor in the mines of the past. The image depicts two young boys, dressed in ragged clothing, on all fours as they struggle to pull a heavily laden wagon up a sloping gallery. The gallery, a narrow passageway carved into the mine's walls, is steep and treacherous, making the boys' task all the more challenging. The year was 1842, and the conditions in which these children worked were commonplace in the mining industry. A "shift," or workday, could last as little as 11 hours in some areas, but in Scotland, it was known to extend up to a grueling 18 hours. The boys in this photograph appear to be exhausted, their faces etched with the strain of their labor. The use of trolleys, which the boys are pulling, was a common method of transporting coal and other minerals from the depths of the mine to the surface. The boys' small size made them ideal for this task, but it came at a great cost. They were often subjected to long hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history of child labor in the mines and the sacrifices made by these young boys. It is a stark contrast to the modern-day standards of workplace safety and child labor laws that have since been put in place to protect workers. The image is part of the extensive collection of historical photographs at Mary Evans Picture Library and serves as a powerful reminder of the past.
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