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Fine Art Print : General view of Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales
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General view of Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales
A general view of Dinorwig (or Dinorwic) Slate Quarry, near Llanberis, North Wales, soon to be changed for ever with the construction of a new dam
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Dinorwic Dinorwig Llanberis Mine Mining Quarry Quarrying Slate Work Men
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Dinorwig Slate Quarry in North Wales with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the grandeur of the quarry, with its towering cliffs and vast expanse of slate. A must-have for art enthusiasts and those with a passion for history, this print offers a glimpse into the rich industrial heritage of Wales. Perfect for adorning your walls and sparking conversation, this high-quality print is a testament to the enduring allure of the past.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.4cm x 40.6cm (19.8" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "A Fading Industrial Landscape: Dinorwig Slate Quarry, North Wales, on the Brink of Transformation" This evocative photograph captures the grandeur and rugged beauty of Dinorwig Slate Quarry, situated in the picturesque village of Llanberis, North Wales. The image presents a general view of the quarry, with its vast expanse of slate-covered hillsides, interspersed with the intricate network of quarries and workings that have shaped the landscape for centuries. The quarry, also known as Dinorwic Quarry, has been a symbol of Welsh industrial heritage and class, employing generations of workers in the arduous task of extracting the prized blue-grey slate that has adorned roofs and buildings across the world. However, the tranquil scene depicted in this photograph is about to be forever altered. The construction of a new dam, a testament to human ingenuity and progress, looms on the horizon. The dam, which was eventually built, would submerge parts of the quarry and displace the workers, marking the end of an era in the rich history of Dinorwig's slate industry. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the cyclical nature of human progress and the impact it has on the environment and communities. It invites us to reflect on the history of the quarry and the lives of the workers who toiled in its depths, as well as the changes that the 20th century brought to the industrial landscape of North Wales. This photograph, with its intricate details and evocative atmosphere, is a testament to the power of visual storytelling and the enduring allure of the Welsh countryside. It offers a glimpse into the past, while also highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the people and industries that have shaped the region's history.
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