Pottsville Collection

The Miner, 1925 (oil on canvas)
1765997 The Miner, 1925 (oil on canvas) by Luks, George Benjamin (1867-1933); 153.1x128 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; American, out of copyright

View of Pottsville Taken from Sharp Mountain & respectfully dedicated to the enterprising citizens of the Coal Region by John Rubens Smith, 1775 1849, US, USA, America

ARREST OF MINERS, 1867. Insubordinate miners arrested by the police near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

COAL MINE: BLAST, 1867. Blasting the at the face of a coal mine near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

MINERS POLICE STATION, 1867. Military police station established by and staffed by members of the coal mining community near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

COAL MINE, 1867. Miners chiseling away the face of the lead at a coal mine near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

COAL MINE: STABLE, 1867. The stable at a coal mine near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

COAL MINE: MINE CART, 1867. Loading the cars at a coal mine near Pottsville, Pennsylvania. Wood engraving, American, 1867

View Of Pottsville Taken From Sharp Mountain & Respectfully Dedicated To The Enterprising Citizens Of The Coal Region By John Rubens Smith, 1775 1849, Us, USA, America

PENNSYLVANIA: POTTSVILLE. View of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding mountains. Near the bottom of the picture can be seen a line of railroad carts carrying coal

View of Pottsville Taken from Sharp Mountain & respectfully dedicated to the enterprising citizens of the Coal Region by J.R. Smith

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"Pottsville: A Glimpse into the Historic Coal Town" Step back in time to 1925 with "The Miner, " an exquisite oil on canvas masterpiece that captures the essence of Pottsville. This artwork, along with the iconic "View Taken from Sharp Mountain & respectfully dedicated to the enterprising, " showcases the town's industrious spirit and breathtaking landscapes. Delve deeper into Pottsville's intriguing history as we witness pivotal moments like the Molly Maguires executions. In one poignant image, friends anxiously await entrance, while another portrays Thomas Duffy bidding farewell to his family. The haunting scaffold being erected at Pottsville serves as a chilling reminder of this dark chapter. Traveling back to 1867, we encounter arresting scenes such as insubordinate miners being apprehended near Pottsville by determined police officers. Witness their bravery as they establish a military police station amidst turbulent times. Venturing underground, we explore coal mines where diligent workers tirelessly chisel away at its unforgiving face. Experience firsthand the explosive power of blasting techniques used in these treacherous environments. Marvel at the stability provided by a well-maintained stable within a coal mine near Pottsville. Proudly preserving its heritage, Pottsville stands tall today—a testament to resilience and progress forged through blood, sweat, and tears. From captivating artworks capturing its essence to historical events etched forever in memory, this town continues to honor its past while embracing a promising future.