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Iron Works, Coalbrookdale, engraved by William Pickett, c. 1805 (coloured aquatint)
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Iron Works, Coalbrookdale, engraved by William Pickett, c. 1805 (coloured aquatint)
XCF41398 Iron Works, Coalbrookdale, engraved by William Pickett, c.1805 (coloured aquatint) by Loutherbourg, Philippe de (1740-1812) (after); Private Collection; French, out of copyright
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Chimney Chimneys Dark Environmental Furnace Gloom Gloomy Industrial Revolution Manufacture Manufacturing Pollution Process Shadow Smelt Smelting Woods
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This coloured aquatint print, titled "Iron Works, Coalbrookdale" transports us back to the heart of the Industrial Revolution in the early 19th century. Engraved by William Pickett around 1805 and based on a painting by Philippe de Loutherbourg, this artwork captures the essence of industrialization with its depiction of an ironworks factory. The scene is shrouded in a cloud of smoke and fire, casting an eerie shadow over the landscape. The gloomy atmosphere reflects both the dark reality and immense power that characterized this era. A river flows through the foreground, reflecting not only the pollution caused by industrial activities but also serving as a vital source for transportation. Intriguingly, amidst this bleakness stands a horseback rider traversing through nature's remnants - a forest filled with tall trees. This juxtaposition highlights both human progress and its impact on natural surroundings. The presence of multiple chimneys signifies intense manufacturing processes taking place within these walls. Furnaces burn brightly as metal is smelted down to create various products essential for societal advancement during Victorian times. "Iron Works, Coalbrookdale" serves as a poignant reminder of how industry shaped our world while simultaneously raising questions about environmental consequences. It encapsulates an important chapter in history when coal-powered factories revolutionized production methods but also left lasting impacts on our planet's health.
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