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Foundry worker Blists Hill
Iron furnace worker Grahan Collins takes a breather at Blists Hill Ironworks, Ironbridge, Shropshire. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990
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Media ID 19533817
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1990 1990s Dunn Foundry Furnace Gorge Heat Iron Ironbridge Ironworks Molten Nineties Philip Sweating Toil Wrought Foundryman
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Breathtaking history comes to life with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring this iconic image of a foundry worker taking a moment's rest at Blists Hill Ironworks in Shropshire. Captured in 1990 by photographer Graham Collins for The Sunday Correspondent, this rights-managed photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online transports you back in time. Our high-quality Metal Prints are not just a print, they are a work of art. Each print is meticulously printed on a sheet of aluminum, giving it a sleek, modern look while preserving the rich details and vibrant colors of the original image. Add this historic moment to your home or office decor and let the story of Blists Hill Ironworks live on.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, Graham Collins, a dedicated foundry worker at Blists Hill Ironworks in Ironbridge, Shropshire, takes a much-needed respite from his laborious task. The year is 1990, and the scene transports us back to an era when the industrial revolution was in full swing. The ironworks, nestled within the picturesque Ironbridge Gorge, was a hive of activity, with the constant clanging of hammers and the hissing of steam engines echoing through the valley. Graham, dressed in traditional foundryman attire, is seen leaning against a large, sweating furnace, his face etched with the signs of toil and hard work. Sweat drips from his brow as he takes a moment to catch his breath, the heat from the molten metal radiating off the iron walls around him. The white-hot furnace, with its fiery orange and red glow, is a testament to the intense conditions under which the workers toiled. Despite the challenging working conditions, the foundrymen, including Graham, were a vital part of the iron industry that put Ironbridge on the map. The wrought iron produced at Blists Hill was renowned for its quality and was used in various industries, from construction to transportation. This photograph, taken by acclaimed photographer Philip Dunn, offers a glimpse into the past, providing us with a tangible connection to the rich industrial heritage of Ironbridge and the tireless workers who shaped it. The image is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and dedication required to build the foundations of our modern world.
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