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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Houillere; Coal-mine; Kohlenbergwerk (engraving)
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Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Houillere; Coal-mine; Kohlenbergwerk (engraving)
7196367 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Houillere; Coal-mine; Kohlenbergwerk (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Houillere; Coal-mine; Kohlenbergwerk. Illustration for Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands, by Armand Le Brun et al (Furne, Jouvet, c 1873).); © Look and Learn
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This print titled "Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Houillere; Coal-mine; Kohlenbergwerk" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the world of coal mining. The engraving, created by the European School, is part of a private collection and showcases an illustration for "Le Vocabulaire Illustre des Mots Usuels, Francais, Anglais, Allemands" by Armand Le Brun et al. The image portrays a coal mine in intricate detail. It captures the essence of this dangerous yet vital industry with its depiction of miners hard at work underground. Their faces smeared with soot and sweat tell stories of laborious days spent extracting coal from deep within the earth's crust. The black and white composition adds to the overall atmosphere of grittiness and determination that permeates through every aspect of this scene. The miner's tools are depicted meticulously alongside other elements such as weapons used for self-defense or potential conflicts that may arise in these treacherous conditions. As we delve further into this historical piece, it becomes apparent that it not only serves as an illustration but also as a valuable source for general knowledge about mining practices during that era. This engraving offers insights into specific terminology related to mines while simultaneously providing linguistic translations between French, English, and German languages. Overall, this print transports us back in time to witness firsthand the hardships faced by miners who played a crucial role in fueling industrial progress during the 19th century.
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