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Quarrying Machinery
Steam derrick for raising stone from deep quarries Mount Sorrel granite Company, Leicestershire
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Deep Derrick Granite Leicestershire Machinery Mount Quarries Quarrying Raising Sorrel
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience the power and history of quarrying with our stunning photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a steam derrick in action at the Mount Sorrel granite Company in Leicestershire. The steam-powered machinery raises heavy stones from deep quarries, offering a glimpse into the industrial past. Add this evocative print to your decor and bring the rich history of quarrying into your home or office. Rights managed.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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 evocative photograph captures the power and ingenuity of the steam derrick at work in the deep quarries of Mount Sorrel, Leicestershire. The image, taken in the late 19th or early 20th century, showcases the intricate machinery used to raise heavy stones from the depths of the earth. The steam derrick, a testament to industrial innovation, is a towering structure that dominates the landscape, its massive boiler and intricate network of pipes and rods creating a mesmerizing symphony of motion and steam. The Quarries of Mount Sorrel, located in the heart of Leicestershire, were renowned for their high-quality granite, which was in great demand for construction projects throughout the United Kingdom. The deep quarries, with their labyrinthine network of tunnels and chambers, presented unique challenges for quarry workers, who relied on machinery like the steam derrick to extract the valuable stone. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh working conditions of the quarry, with workers in heavy clothing and protective gear toiling in the dimly lit depths. The steam derrick, with its powerful arms and pulleys, would lift the heavy stones to the surface, where they would be transported to the processing plant for further refinement. Despite the harsh conditions and the inherent danger of the work, the quarry at Mount Sorrel remained a hub of activity, attracting workers from all over the region. The steam derrick, with its impressive display of raw power and engineering prowess, stood as a symbol of human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of progress.
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