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Pyne - Coal Heavers
COAL HEAVERS An essential trade when almost every house is heated with coal, the heaver shovels coals into sacks for delivery door to door
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1808 Coal Coals Essential Heated Pyne Sacks Shovels Delivery
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Introducing the Media Storehouse Photo Mug collection, featuring the evocative image "Pyne - Coal Heavers" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This beautifully designed mug brings a piece of history to your daily routine, showcasing the essential coal heavers at work. With their shovels in hand, they diligently load sacks of coal for door-to-door delivery – a reminder of a time when almost every home was heated by this vital resource. Sip your favorite beverage and let this mug tell a story with every use. Embrace the charm of the past, today.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the daily routine of a coal heaver at work in 1808, as he diligently shovels coal into sacks for door-to-door delivery. In an era when nearly every household relied on coal for heating, the coal heaver's trade was essential to the functioning of Victorian society. The door to a modest house is visible in the background, serving as a reminder of the many homes that depended on this industry for warmth and comfort. This photograph is part of a series taken by Pyne, a renowned English photographer of the time, showcasing the diverse trades and industries of the period. The historical significance of this image lies in its portrayal of the coal heaver's labor-intensive work, which involved physically lifting and transporting heavy sacks of coal, often in harsh weather conditions. Despite the physical demands of the job, the coal heaver's role was vital to the daily lives of the population. Coal was the primary fuel source for heating homes and powering industries, making the coal heaver an indispensable figure in the community. This image offers a glimpse into the past, providing a valuable insight into the historical context of coal as an essential commodity and the trades that supported its distribution. The coal heaver's simple yet sturdy tools, including a shovel and sacks, are testament to the manual labor involved in this trade. The image also highlights the importance of the coal industry during this period, which played a significant role in shaping the economic and social landscape of the time. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human effort and determination required to meet the basic needs of a community, making it an invaluable addition to any historical collection.
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