Fine Art Print : Quarrying Machinery
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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
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw power and history of industrial innovation with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image showcases a steam derrick in action at the Mount Sorrel granite quarry in Leicestershire, England. Rights managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is an excellent addition to any industrial or historical decor. Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of quarrying machinery and the beauty of its intricate design. Order now and bring this piece of history into your home or office.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 46.3cm x 50.8cm (18.2" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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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