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Fine Art Print : Wheal Providence mine, Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Probably 1880s after the mine closed
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Wheal Providence mine, Carbis Bay, Cornwall. Probably 1880s after the mine closed
Surface view of Wheal Providence mine showing a group of engine houses and buildings. The mine closed in 1877
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TRURI : MIprv.3
Media ID 12931139
© From the collection of the RIC
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This captivating image transports you to the heart of Carbis Bay, Cornwall, featuring the breathtaking surface view of Wheal Providence mine. A testament to the region's rich mining history, this print showcases a group of engine houses and buildings, a poignant reminder of the mine's operation during the 1880s, post its closure in 1877. Bring the charm of Cornwall's industrial past into your home with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print.
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 46.4cm x 40.6cm (18.3" x 16")
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.
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to the late 1880s, capturing a surface view of Wheal Providence mine in Carbis Bay, Cornwall. The image showcases a group of engine houses and buildings that once buzzed with activity during the heyday of Cornish mining. The composition exudes an eerie sense of abandonment, as nature slowly reclaims what was once man-made. The dilapidated structures stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era when this mine thrived. It is hard not to feel a sense of nostalgia for the bustling community that once relied on these very buildings for their livelihoods. Wheal Providence mine holds historical significance as it closed its operations in 1877, marking the end of an era and leaving behind countless stories etched into its walls. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by those who worked tirelessly underground, extracting valuable minerals from deep within the earth. Cornwall's rich mining heritage is beautifully encapsulated within this image - a testament to both human resilience and industrial progress. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to an age where determination and grit were essential qualities for survival. Let us cherish this remarkable piece from our past and appreciate how far we have come since then while never forgetting those who paved the way for our present prosperity.
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