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Canvas Print : New Wheal Eliza Mine, St Austell, Cornwall. 1908-1911
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New Wheal Eliza Mine, St Austell, Cornwall. 1908-1911
Two miners at the 400 fathom level. The miner in the foreground is seated with a candle on his hat, the other is standing in the background. Showing the timber supports and tramway. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : MIeli.5
Media ID 11420427
© From the collection of the RIC
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Experience the rich history of Cornwall's mining heritage with our stunning Canvas Print of New Wheal Eliza Mine, captured between 1908-1911. This captivating image from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes you back in time, showcasing the daily life of two miners at the 400 fathom level. The miner in the foreground sits quietly, candle in hand, while his colleague stands in the background, both surrounded by the intricate timber supports and the old tramway. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless character to any room with our premium Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse."
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the early 20th century takes us back in time to the depths of New Wheal Eliza Mine in St Austell, Cornwall. The image showcases two miners at the 400 fathom level, providing a rare glimpse into their arduous daily lives. In this remarkable composition by photographer Herbert Hughes, we witness contrasting scenes between the foreground and background. In focus is a seated miner adorned with a candle on his hat, illuminating his surroundings as he diligently works amidst the darkness. His stoic presence reflects both resilience and determination in an unforgiving environment. Meanwhile, standing tall in the background is another miner whose silhouette adds depth to this poignant tableau. The photograph not only captures these brave individuals but also highlights essential elements of mining infrastructure. The timber supports showcased here demonstrate the meticulous engineering required to ensure stability within such treacherous conditions. Additionally, a tramway can be seen snaking through the mine's intricate network, serving as a lifeline for transporting precious minerals extracted from deep within Earth's crust. Preserved by Royal Cornwall Museum, this historical artifact offers invaluable insights into Cornish mining heritage without mentioning any specific company or commercial use associated with it. It serves as a testament to those who toiled underground during that era and provides viewers with an opportunity to appreciate their immense contributions while contemplating the challenges they faced daily in pursuit of extracting valuable resources from beneath our feet.
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