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Photographic Print : Polkanuggo Quarry, Stithians, Cornwall. Around 1900
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Polkanuggo Quarry, Stithians, Cornwall. Around 1900
A view of the quarry face showing workers holding the tools of their trade while dressing stones. Blocks of granite are ready to be moved using the cranes based at the edge of the quarry. The photograph was taken before September 1902 when a block of granite weighing 2, 738 tons (claimed to be the largest single block ever quarried) was excavated. Photographer: Samuel John Govier
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Media ID 18949404
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Building Chains Chisel Craftsmen Extraction Granite Hammer Labour Labourers Mabe Mineral Quarries Quarrying Stone Trade Work
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our vintage photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians, Cornwall, around 1900. Witness the raw beauty and industrious spirit of the past as workers skillfully dress stones using traditional tools. The quarry face comes alive with the presence of cranes, poised to move the next block of granite. This captivating image from the Royal Cornwall Museum transports you to an era of hard work and determination, making it a unique and intriguing addition to your home or office decor.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Polkanuggo Quarry, Stithians, Cornwall. Around 1900 - A Glimpse into the Granite Industry's Past
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. This print takes us back to Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians, Cornwall around the turn of the 20th century. The image showcases a group of skilled workers proudly displaying their tools of the trade while meticulously dressing stones. With blocks of granite neatly arranged and ready for transport, towering cranes stand at the edge of the quarry, awaiting their heavy loads. The photograph offers a glimpse into an era before September 1902 when history was made at this very site. It was here that an astounding feat took place - a colossal block weighing an astonishing 2,738 tons was extracted from these grounds; claimed to be the largest single block ever quarried! This monumental achievement forever etched Polkanuggo Quarry's name in stone. Photographer Samuel John Govier skillfully captures not only the laborious nature of quarry work but also highlights its significance in building construction and mineral extraction industries. The dedicated craftsmen depicted embody hard work and determination as they wield chisels and hammers with precision. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate these unsung heroes who shaped our landscapes through their unwavering commitment to their craft. Their efforts have left an indelible mark on Cornwall's rich mining heritage while contributing to countless architectural marvels worldwide.
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