Photographic Print : Women workers hauling coal to the surface up a ladder
Photo Prints From Universal Images Group (UIG)
Women workers hauling coal to the surface up a ladder
Women workers hauling coal to the surface up a ladder. Leading woman has lost her load and the woman following is in danger of being hurt buy falling coal and and falling off the ladder and crashing to the pit bottom. Woodcut of British mining conditions c1844
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Media ID 9702699
© Universal History Archive
Coal Employment Female Industrial Mining Work
10"x10" Photo Print
Experience history in a tangible form with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints. This powerful image captures a moment in time from Universal Images Group (UIG) archives, showing women workers courageously hauling coal to the surface. The leading woman's determined gaze and the precarious situation of the woman behind, with coal falling and the threat of a fall, encapsulates the grit and determination of these workers. Bring this evocative snapshot of history into your home or office as a conversation starter or a reminder of the past. Order your Media Storehouse Photographic Print today and add a piece of historical significance to your space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful and evocative print captures a pivotal moment in British mining history during the mid-19th century. Depicting women workers hauling coal to the surface up a ladder, it offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of industrial employment at that time. The leading woman, burdened with her load, has unfortunately lost her grip on the coal, causing it to cascade down towards her fellow worker below. As she struggles to maintain balance on the precarious ladder, there is an imminent danger of falling coal and potential injury. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the arduous conditions faced by female miners during this period. It highlights their crucial role in supporting Britain's booming coal industry while enduring immense physical strain and perilous working environments. These brave women played an integral part in fueling the Industrial Revolution that transformed society. Through this woodcut representation, we are transported back to an era when gender roles were being challenged within traditionally male-dominated industries like mining. This visual testimony sheds light on both the resilience and vulnerability of these pioneering women who defied societal norms for economic survival. Preserved by Archive from Universal Images Group (UIG), this historical artifact not only documents British mining practices but also symbolizes the indomitable spirit of countless unsung heroines whose contributions shaped our modern world.
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