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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
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Prints from the Media Storehouse's Fine Art Storehouse collection. This stunning photograph, taken in December 1910, captures the industrial charm of the past with "Coal Baskets" at Bargoed Colliery in Wales. Hanging in your home or office, the intricate detail of the coal baskets travelling on wire pulleys is sure to be a conversation starter. Preserved in a high-quality frame, this vintage image is a timeless addition to your decor, bringing history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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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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