Fine Art Print : Japan - The Mitsui Miike Coal Mine - The Winding Machine
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Japan - The Mitsui Miike Coal Mine - The Winding Machine
Japan - The Mitsui Miike Coal Mine at Omuta, Fukuoka and Arao, Kumamoto - The Winding Machine. Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11584107
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arao Coal Engines Fukuoka Kumamoto Lift Machinery Machines Miike Mine Mining Mitsui Omuta Pistons Winch Winding Zaibatsu
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and culture of Japan with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the 1910s and the bustling Mitsui Miike Coal Mine in Fukuoka and Kumamoto. Witness the intricate details of the coal mine's winding machine, a testament to the industrial might of Japan's past. Each print is carefully reproduced with the highest quality standards, allowing you to bring a piece of history into your home or office. Perfect for collectors, art enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to add a touch of timeless beauty to their space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 photograph takes us back in time to the early 1910s in Japan, specifically to the Mitsui Miike Coal Mine located in the cities of Omuta, Fukuoka, and Arao, Kumamoto. The image showcases the intricate workings of a coal mine winding machine, an essential piece of machinery during the industrial revolution that allowed for the safe and efficient lifting of miners and coal to the surface. The Mitsui Miike Coal Mine was a significant operation under the control of the powerful Mitsui Zaibatsu, one of Japan's largest industrial conglomerates. The mine's vast resources contributed significantly to Japan's industrial growth and economic development. In the photograph, we can observe the steam-powered winding machine in action. The machine's massive winch, with its thick ropes, is in the process of lifting a cage filled with coal and miners to the surface. The steam engines, with their pistons at full thrust, power the machine, illustrating the raw strength and might of the industrial age. The coal miners, dressed in protective gear, can be seen working in the background, their faces masked to shield them from the coal dust. The harsh conditions of the mine are evident, with the dimly lit shaft and the thick clouds of coal dust hanging in the air. This photograph is a testament to the hard work and determination of the miners and the ingenuity of the engineers who designed and operated these machines. It offers a unique glimpse into Japan's industrial past and the critical role that coal mining played in shaping the country's modern history.
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