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Coal Baskets
December 1910: Coal baskets travelling on wire pulleys at the Bargoed Colliery in Wales. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
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Topical Press Agency
Media ID 12023290
1910 1919 Basket Coal Coal Mine Electricity Pylon Industry Europe Top Mine Workings Mining Pulley Wales Wales Black Wire
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Coal Baskets Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, captured in December 1910 by Topical Press Agency, transports you back in time to the Bargoed Colliery in Wales. Witness the intriguing process of coal baskets being transported effortlessly on wire pulleys, a testament to the industrial might of the early 20th century. Add this stunning piece of history to your home or office decor and let the story of coal mining unfold before your eyes.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.2cm x 50.8cm (14.6" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Coal Baskets - A Glimpse into the Industrial Past of Wales
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to December 1910, capturing a pivotal moment in the history of Welsh mining. The image showcases coal baskets gracefully suspended on wire pulleys at the renowned Bargoed Colliery in Wales. As we delve into this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era when mining was not only a vital industry but also a way of life. The composition is strikingly vertical, emphasizing the towering presence of pylon wires that crisscross above the colliery. These wires served as lifelines for transporting these precious coal baskets from deep within the mine workings to their destination above ground. Each basket represents countless hours of labor and dedication by hardworking miners who risked their lives daily to extract this valuable resource. The monochromatic palette adds depth and texture to the scene, highlighting every intricate detail with stark contrast. Absent are any human figures; instead, our attention is drawn solely towards these humble yet essential objects - wire pulleys and coal baskets - which symbolize both struggle and progress. This archival photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Wales' rich industrial heritage, where coal played a significant role in powering economies across Europe during this period. It invites us to reflect upon how far we have come technologically while honoring those who labored tirelessly underground so many years ago.
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