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Framed Print : Miners and owner, Hook Colliery, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
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Miners and owner, Hook Colliery, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
A group of men at Hook Colliery, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. They are the current shift of miners plus the owner, standing near a wooden headframe connected to a mineshaft
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Coal Colliery Conditions Haverfordwest Hook Labour Manual Mine Miners Mining Pembrokeshire Shaft Shift Timber Mine Shaft Owner
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Miners and Owner" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an evocative snapshot of a bygone era. This exquisite print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a group of dedicated miners and their proud owner, standing before the towering headframe of Hook Colliery in Pembrokeshire, South Wales. The authenticity of this historic moment is beautifully preserved in this high-quality framed print, making it a striking addition to any home or office space. Delve into the rich history of coal mining with this captivating piece, and let the stories of the past come alive in your living space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 evocative photograph captures a moment in time at Hook Colliery, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales, during the late 1890s. The image depicts a group of hardworking miners, dressed in their heavy coalsmith attire, standing alongside their owner, as they gather around a wooden headframe connected to a mineshaft. The owner, dressed in a sharp suit and hat, stands proudly among his workers, exuding an air of authority and wealth. The scene is reminiscent of the Victorian era, with the timber headframe and mine shaft evoking the harsh and manual conditions of coal mining during this period. The men, huddled together, appear weary but determined, their faces etched with the physical toll of their labor. The wooden headframe, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time, stands tall and strong, connecting the miners to the depths of the earth below. The photograph offers a glimpse into the class divide of the late 19th century, with the owner standing apart from his workers, yet reliant on their labor to fuel his prosperity. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the long and arduous hours spent by the miners in the dark, damp conditions of the coal mines, in pursuit of a livelihood that would support their families and communities. This photograph is an invaluable historical document, providing insight into the lives of the miners and their owners during a pivotal era in Welsh and British history. It is a poignant reminder of the human cost of the coal industry and the enduring bond between the men who toiled in the mines and those who profited from their labor.
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