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Mouth of Coal Pit (engraving)
2793513 Mouth of Coal Pit (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mouth of Coal Pit. Illustration for The Penny Magazine, 31 March 1835. Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22892604
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Coals Descending Hammer Holes Iron Miners Mouth Shaft Signals Screening
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This print titled "Mouth of Coal Pit" takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of coal mining. The engraving, created by an English School artist, showcases a scene filled with action and intensity. In this image, we see a young boy standing at the mouth of the coal pit. His eyes are fixed on something beyond our view as he prepares for his descent into darkness. Surrounding him are corves - iron tubs used to transport coal - waiting to be loaded up and sent above ground. The boy holds a hammer in his hand, symbolizing both his youthfulness and determination in this dangerous profession. Behind him, holes dot the walls of the shaft, leading deeper into the earth where countless miners work tirelessly. As we delve further into this scene, we notice other figures: banksmen unhooking corves from ropes above; miners screening through coals; children working alongside adults. Each person plays their role in this intricate system that keeps society fueled by extracting these valuable resources from beneath our feet. This photograph is not just an artistic representation but also serves as a reminder of the hardships endured by those who worked in these treacherous conditions. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come since then while acknowledging that there is still progress to be made towards safer labor practices for all workers worldwide.
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