Photo Mug : Black Country near Bilston, Staffordshire, England, at night, showing glowing furnaces
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Black Country near Bilston, Staffordshire, England, at night, showing glowing furnaces
Black Country near Bilston, Staffordshire, England, at night, showing glowing furnaces and chimneys belching smoke. Engraving from Staffordshire and Warwickshire Past and Present by John Alfred Langford (1872). The pollution caused by the heavy industry in this area of the English Midlands gave it its name of Black Country
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1872 Alfred Area Black Caused Chimneys Country Furnaces Gave Glowing Heavy Industrial Industry John Night Past Pollution Present Revolution Smoke Staffordshire Warwickshire Belching Bilston Langford Midlands
Large Photo Mug (15 oz)
Bring the timeless beauty of the Black Country to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug. Featuring an evocative nighttime scene from Universal Images Group (UIG) of Bilston, Staffordshire, England, this mug showcases the iconic glowing furnaces and towering chimneys against a star-studded sky. Each mug is expertly crafted with high-quality ceramics and state-of-the-art digital printing technology, ensuring your personalized image is vibrant and long-lasting. Start your day with a warm beverage and a reminder of the rich industrial heritage of the Black Country.
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 print captures the essence of the Black Country near Bilston, Staffordshire, England at night. The image showcases a landscape dominated by glowing furnaces and chimneys belching smoke, symbolizing the heavy industry that once thrived in this region. Engraved by John Alfred Langford in 1872 for his book "Staffordshire and Warwickshire Past and Present" this depiction serves as a powerful testament to the pollution caused by industrialization during the Industrial Revolution. The Black Country derived its name from the thick layer of soot and grime that covered everything in sight due to extensive coal mining and ironworking activities. This area, located in the heart of England's Midlands, became synonymous with heavy industry and was notorious for its environmental degradation. Langford's engraving not only portrays a visually striking scene but also provides valuable historical insight into an era when Britain was at the forefront of industrial innovation. It reminds us of how far we have come since then in terms of environmental consciousness and sustainable practices. This print is more than just an artistic representation; it is a reminder of our responsibility to protect our planet while acknowledging our past. It serves as a poignant reminder that progress should always be accompanied by measures to mitigate its negative impact on nature.
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