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Canvas Print : The coal is dredged in buckets from the bed of Sir Hony River at Fontllanfraith
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The coal is dredged in buckets from the bed of Sir Hony River at Fontllanfraith
The coal is dredged in buckets from the bed of Sir Hony River at Fontllanfraith, near Blackwood. The coal, still wet, is loaded on to the waiting lorry and transported. September 1947 P017732
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Media ID 21302811
© Mirrorpix
Coal Mining Digging Dirty Labour Miners Spade Tools
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning canvas print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the iconic photograph "The coal is dredged in buckets from the bed of Sir Hony River at Fontllanfraith" by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints. This captivating image, taken in September 1947, transports you to a bygone era as coal is meticulously dredged from the riverbed and loaded onto a waiting lorry. Bring the history and character of this coal mining scene into your home with our premium canvas prints, expertly printed with vibrant colors and sharp details, ensuring a beautiful addition to any decor.
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 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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 print takes us back to the coal mining era of September 1947. In the heart of Fontllanfraith, near Blackwood, we witness the arduous process of dredging coal from the bed of Sir Hony River. The hardworking miners can be seen waist-deep in water, their faces smeared with dirt and determination. Equipped with nothing but buckets and sheer strength, these laborious men tirelessly dig into the riverbed to extract chunks of wet coal. Each bucketful is carefully hoisted onto waiting lorries nearby, ready for transportation to its next destination. The contrast between the shimmering water and darkened coal creates a striking visual representation of this gritty industry. The image captures not only a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of the immense physical toll that mining took on these brave individuals. Their tools - spades and shovels - are worn down by countless hours spent digging deep into Mother Earth's bounty. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back to an era where manual labor was at its peak; where men worked relentlessly under challenging conditions to fuel our industrial revolution. It stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication and resilience amidst dirty surroundings. Mirrorpix has once again provided us with an evocative glimpse into history through this powerful snapshot from Memory Lane Prints.
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