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Poster Print : Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales
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Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery, Pontypool, South Wales
View of the derelict Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales. The foreground is littered with pieces of wood, including an empty coffin which has broken apart. The colliery closed in 1969
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1969 1972 Broken Closed Coal Coal Mine Coffin Colliery Debris Derelict Empty Litter Littered Mine Mining Pieces Pontypool Timber Tirpentwys
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery poster print from Media Storehouse. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a haunting glimpse into the past with its view of the abandoned coal mine near Pontypool, South Wales. The foreground is strewn with weathered wood and debris, including an empty coffin that has succumbed to the passage of time. A poignant reminder of the industrial history of South Wales, this print is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty in decay and the power of history to shape our landscapes. Add this unique and thought-provoking piece to your wall and let the story of the Derelict Tirpentwys Colliery inspire you every day.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the haunting beauty and poignant history of the derelict Tirpentwys Colliery near Pontypool in South Wales, which closed its doors in 1969. The image, taken in the early 1970s, depicts a scene of decay and abandonment, with the foreground littered with an assortment of wood and debris, including an empty coffin that has broken apart. The colliery, a symbol of the region's rich coal mining heritage, once employed hundreds of men and contributed significantly to the local economy. The timber scattered throughout the frame serves as a reminder of the industry's past, as well as the passage of time. The coal mine, a relic of the 19th and 20th centuries, now stands as a testament to the history of the region and the people who worked there. The image transports us back to the 1970s, a decade marked by change and transition, both in the mining industry and in society as a whole. The broken coffin, a powerful symbol of the end of an era, adds a layer of melancholy to the scene, underscoring the sense of loss and nostalgia that comes with the passage of time. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the history and heritage of the Welsh coalfields and the people who once called them home.
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