Premium Framed Print : FRANCE: STRIKE, 1872. Coal-mine strike in northern France, 1872: strikers meeting and troops occupying the mine. Contemporary engraving
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FRANCE: STRIKE, 1872. Coal-mine strike in northern France, 1872: strikers meeting and troops occupying the mine. Contemporary engraving
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Media ID 7528604
1872 Coal Industry Meeting Mine Miner Mining Car Movement Protester Rally Striker Working Class
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Granger Art on Demand takes us back to the coal-mining strike in northern France in 1872. The image showcases a pivotal moment during this historic event, as strikers gather for a meeting while troops occupy the mine in an attempt to suppress their movement. The contemporary engraving beautifully captures the intensity and determination of both sides involved. On one hand, we see the striking miners, representing the working class and their fight for better conditions and fair treatment. Their faces reveal resilience and unity as they come together to rally against injustice. On the other side, we witness troops occupying the mine, symbolizing authority and power attempting to maintain order amidst growing unrest. This visual contrast between protesters and armed forces highlights not only the gravity of this particular strike but also echoes larger themes of social inequality prevalent during that era. Through this powerful imagery, we are transported back in time to witness firsthand a significant moment in French history - a struggle that shaped labor movements for years to come. It serves as a reminder of how ordinary people can unite against adversity and fight for their rights despite facing formidable opposition. Granger Collection's careful selection of this engraving allows us to appreciate its historical significance while acknowledging its artistic value. This print is an invaluable addition for anyone interested in exploring key moments within French industrial history or examining societal dynamics surrounding worker's rights during that period.
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