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Window detail, Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales
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Window detail, Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales
A window detail on the main workshop building at Dinorwig (or Dinorwic) Slate Quarry, near Llanberis, North Wales. Wooden patterns for the ironwork, including these frames, still exist in the pattern store
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Arched Diamond Dinorwic Dinorwig Lead Leaded Llanberis Lozenge Main Mine Mining Pane Panes Patterned Quarry Quarrying Shape Shapes Slate Work Men Workshop Workshops
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1. Title: "A Window into the Past: Detailed Design of Dinorwig Slate Quarry's Main Workshop" This evocative photograph captures a captivating window detail from the main workshop building at Dinorwig Slate Quarry, nestled in the picturesque village of Llanberis, North Wales. The intricately designed window frames, adorned with geometric patterns reminiscent of diamonds and lozenges, add an air of historical charm to this industrial structure. The wooden patterns for these frames are still preserved in the quarry's pattern store, a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship that once thrived in this working environment. The arched window, with its leaded panes, showcases the unique blend of traditional Welsh design and the functional requirements of a quarry workshop. The quarry, renowned for its high-quality slate production, was a significant contributor to the industrial revolution in Wales. The workers, clad in heavy clothing, would have labored in this very building, their faces pressed against the panes, seeking shelter from the elements as they planned their next move in the arduous process of quarrying and shaping the slate. The classically designed window, with its elegant curves and intricate patterns, stands as a testament to the rich history of Dinorwig Slate Quarry. This architectural detail, a mere fragment of the larger industrial complex, offers a glimpse into the past, inviting us to imagine the stories of the workers and the daily routines that once filled this space. This photograph, with its striking composition and intriguing subject matter, is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of industry, the beauty of traditional design, or the unique character of North Wales.
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