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Canvas Print : Aerial view of Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales
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Aerial view of Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales
An aerial view of Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales
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Chimney Coal Colliery Iron Work Jones Mine Miner Miners Mining Pontypool Tirpentwys Worker
10"x10" (25x25cm) Canvas Print
Discover the rich industrial history of South Wales with our stunning Aerial View of Tirpentwys Colliery Canvas Print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique perspective of the former coal mining site located near Pontypool. The breathtaking aerial shot showcases the intricate layout of the colliery, transporting you back in time to an era of hard work and determination. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and make a statement with this beautiful and thought-provoking addition to your space.
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 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative aerial photograph captures the industrial might and complexity of Tirpentwys Colliery in Pontypool, South Wales, as it appeared in 1908. The image offers a bird's-eye view of the sprawling coal mining complex, with its intricate network of buildings, equipment, and chimneys arranged in a seemingly chaotic yet ordered fashion. The dominant feature of the scene is the tall, black chimney, billowing smoke into the sky, a testament to the relentless energy and industry at work. The Edwardian-era colliery was a hub of activity, employing hundreds of miners and workers who toiled beneath the earth to extract the valuable coal that fueled the region's economy. The iron work and machinery that populate the scene are a reminder of the technological advancements that enabled the efficient and large-scale extraction of natural resources. Despite the impressive scale of the operation, the photograph also reveals the human element of the mining industry. The small, huddled buildings towards the bottom of the image likely housed the miners and their families, creating a community that was deeply intertwined with the colliery. The workers, dressed in their heavy coats and caps, would have made their way to and from the pit each day, their lives shaped by the rhythms of the mine. This aerial view provides a unique perspective on a historical moment in the rich industrial history of Wales, offering a glimpse into the past and the lives of those who worked in the coal mines of Pontypool.
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