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Fresh Air from the Potteries
" Fresh Air from the Potteries" A sarcastic caption accompanying a fine photograph of the skyline of dark satanic mills which characterised the Potteries (Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire) from the Industrial Revolution through to the 1950s. Date: 1930
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Chimneys Heavy Kiln Kilns Mills Potteries Revolution Satanic Sky Line Staffordshire Stoke Towers Trent Belching
20x30 inch Poster Print
Breathe in the history and charm of the Potteries with our 'Fresh Air from the Potteries' poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a witty commentary on the industrial past of Stoke-on-Trent through its depiction of the iconic dark satanic mills skyline. Add a touch of history and character to your space with this evocative and thought-provoking poster print from Media Storehouse.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 49.3cm (30.2" x 19.4")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Fresh Air from the Potteries
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- A Sardonic Glimpse into the Industrial Heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire (1930) This evocative photograph captures the dark and brooding skyline of Stoke-on-Trent, also known as the Potteries, during the early 20th century. The image, taken in the year 1930, offers a stark contrast to the idyllic notion of "fresh air." Instead, the scene is dominated by the heavy, looming presence of the dark satanic mills, kilns, and chimneys that characterized this industrial powerhouse of the North of England. The Potteries, a region renowned for its ceramics industry, underwent a rapid transformation during the Industrial Revolution. The area became synonymous with the relentless production of earthenware, stoneware, and later, bone china. This transition brought about a surge in the construction of factories, kilns, and mills, which belched thick plumes of smoke into the air, blanketing the landscape in a perpetual pall. The photograph presents a scene of unyielding industry, with the towering structures of the mills and kilns reaching towards the heavens like dark sentinels. The chimneys, billowing with smoke, serve as constant reminders of the relentless process that drove the region's economy. The Potteries, once known for its picturesque landscapes and rural charm, had been forever changed by the march of progress. Despite the ominous appearance of the scene, there is a certain allure to the photograph. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the people who lived and worked in this industrial heartland. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of progress, and the enduring legacy of the Potteries' industrial heritage.
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