Photographic Print : Girls on Ladders
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Girls on Ladders
GIRLS CARRYING COAL UP LADDERS Mary Duncan began to carry coals when 12 years old... many have wrought from 8 years old, and know no other...can carry 2 cwt (100 kg+) - Report
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1842 Carry Coal Coals Conditions Duncan Ladders Mines Report Wrought Years
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Girls on Ladders" photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a beautiful print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, taken from Mary Duncan's collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to an era where resilience and determination were essential skills for young girls. As the caption reveals, these girls began carrying coal from a young age, with some starting as early as eight years old. Their strength and dedication were unwavering, as they carried weights of over 100 kg up ladders with ease. This powerful image is a testament to their unyielding spirit and the daily challenges they faced. Bring this inspiring piece of history into your home or office with a Media Storehouse photographic print. Our high-quality prints are made using premium materials, ensuring that the intricate details and vibrant colors of "Girls on Ladders" are preserved for years to come. Add this captivating print to your collection and let the determination and resilience of these young girls serve as a reminder of the strength within us all. Order your "Girls on Ladders" print today from Media Storehouse.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.1cm x 35.5cm (9.9" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the harsh realities of childhood labor in the coal mines of the early 19th century. Titled "Girls Carrying Coal Up Ladders," the photograph depicts a group of young girls carefully ascending a narrow, rickety ladder, each balancing a heavy load of coal on their backs. The girls, dressed in ragged clothing, appear focused and determined, their faces etched with the weight of their burden and the grit of their daily toil. Mary Duncan, the subject of this report, began her labor in the mines at the tender age of 12, while many of her peers started even earlier, at 8 years old. The girls carried an average weight of 2 cwt (100 kg+) up these ladders, a feat that required incredible strength and endurance. The coal mining industry, a major economic force during this period, relied heavily on the labor of these young girls, who knew no other way of life. The conditions in which these girls worked were deplorable. The mines were dark, damp, and dangerous, with poor ventilation and inadequate safety measures. The girls were exposed to toxic gases, coal dust, and the ever-present risk of mine collapses. Despite these hazards, they continued to work, driven by the need to support their families and contribute to the industrial economy. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of child labor in the coal mines of the past. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the girls who labored under such difficult conditions, and a call to remember and learn from the lessons of history to ensure that such practices are not repeated in the present day.
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