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Framed Print : Winding gear at the closed Byermoor Colliery site. February 1968
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Winding gear at the closed Byermoor Colliery site. February 1968
NCJ
NCJ Archive
England
Media ID 21537045
© Mirrorpix
Coal Coal Mining Colliery Miners Pit Head
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage framed print from Memory Lane Prints, featuring the poignant image of "Winding Gear at the Closed Byermoor Colliery Site. February 1968" by NCJ. This evocative photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in industrial history, with the powerful winding gear standing tall against the winter sky. Each print is carefully framed in a high-quality, contemporary frame, adding a touch of timeless charm to any wall. Bring a piece of history into your home with this unique and thought-provoking addition to your decor.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the desolate landscape of the closed Byermoor Colliery site in February 1968. Standing tall against the horizon, the winding gear serves as a poignant reminder of a once-thriving coal mining industry that shaped countless lives and communities. The image transports us to an era characterized by grit, determination, and hard work. The colliery's closure marked not only the end of an era but also signaled a significant shift in industrial practices. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the echoes of miners' footsteps and feel their unwavering camaraderie. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to this composition, emphasizing both the strength of these towering structures and their eventual surrender to progress. It is impossible not to reflect on the immense sacrifices made by those who dedicated their lives to extracting coal from deep within Earth's crust. In its simplicity, this photograph encapsulates an entire chapter in history—a testament to human resilience amidst challenging circumstances. It invites contemplation about our collective past while serving as a tribute to all those who played a part in shaping our industrial heritage. Preserved through Memory Lane Prints with utmost care for future generations, this evocative image allows us glimpses into forgotten worlds—reminding us never to forget where we came from or how far we have come.
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