Cushion : Quarrying, France
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Quarrying, France
Quarrymen (carriers) at work. Date: circa 1845
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1845 Carriers Quarrying Quarrymen
Cushion
Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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 evocative image captures the raw and physical labor involved in quarrying in France during the mid-19th century. Circa 1845, this photograph depicts quarrymen, or carriers, at work in a stone quarry. Dressed in simple work clothes and sturdy boots, they toil under the harsh sunlight, their faces etched with determination and focus. Each man carries a heavy load of rough-hewn stones on his back, balanced precariously with the help of a wooden yoke. The quarry itself is a scene of industry and chaos, with large blocks of stone being extracted from the earth using hammers, chisels, and other manual tools. Dust and debris fill the air, and the sound of hammer blows reverberates through the scene. The quarrymen work in unison, each playing a crucial role in the extraction and transportation of the stones. Despite the difficult conditions, there is a sense of camaraderie and community among the workers. They rely on each other to complete the task at hand, and their shared effort and determination are evident in their expressions and body language. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the hard labor and physical demands of quarrying in the mid-19th century. It is a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the resilience of the working class, as they toiled to extract the raw materials that would shape the industrial revolution and build the modern world.
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