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Fine Art Print : Former Iron stone miner Jim Easton, 84, was one of the last to leave Skinningrove mine
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Former Iron stone miner Jim Easton, 84, was one of the last to leave Skinningrove mine
Former Iron stone miner Jim Easton, 84, was one of the last to leave Skinningrove mine when it closed in 1958 - and the first to go back when it opened as The Tom Leonard Mining Museum. Mr Easton worked at the mine for 35 years. 11th June 1992
Staff
Teesside Archive
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21706020
© Mirrorpix
Attraction Elderly Historic History Lamps Mine Miner Mining Skinningrove The Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum Tom Leonard Mining Museum Torches
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exclusive Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse and Memory Lane Prints. This evocative image captures the moment when Former Ironstone Miner Jim Easton, 84, bid farewell to Skinningrove Mine in 1958, only to return decades later as it reopened as The Tom Leonard Mining Museum. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and techniques to bring the rich story of the mining industry to your home or office. Relive the past and honor the resilience of the mining community with this stunning piece of art.
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 50.8cm x 36.1cm (20" x 14.2")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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
Former Iron stone miner Jim Easton, 84, proudly holds a torch as he stands in front of the newly opened Tom Leonard Mining Museum in Skinningrove. This photo captures Mr. Easton's deep connection to the mine where he dedicated 35 years of his life before its closure in 1958. As one of the last miners to leave Skinningrove mine all those years ago, it is only fitting that Mr. Easton was also the first to return when it transformed into The Tom Leonard Mining Museum. His weathered face tells a story of hard work and resilience, embodying the spirit of an era long gone. The museum stands as a testament to the rich history and industry that once thrived within these walls. Its purpose now extends beyond mere attraction; it serves as an educational hub for visitors young and old alike, offering insights into a bygone era that shaped communities like Skinningrove. In this photograph, we see not just an elderly man but also a living piece of history - a reminder of the sacrifices made by generations past. The lamps and torches held by Mr. Easton symbolize both literal illumination during his mining days and metaphorical enlightenment through preserving memories at this remarkable museum. This image encapsulates decades worth of stories waiting to be shared with future generations who will walk through these doors seeking knowledge about our industrial heritage.
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