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Fine Art Print : Tincroft Mine, Illogan, Cornwall. Late 1800s
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Tincroft Mine, Illogan, Cornwall. Late 1800s
Miners and bal maidens posed in front of surface buildings. Part of the A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection. Photographer: Unknown
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : MItin.3
Media ID 14714088
© From the collection of the RIC
Engineering Industry Mining Workers Industrial Buildings Women Workers
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This captivating image transports you to the late 1800s in Illogan, Cornwall, where miners and bal maidens pose confidently in front of the surface buildings of Tincroft Mine. Part of the A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection, this photograph from the Royal Cornwall Museum offers a rare glimpse into Cornwall's rich mining history. Add this stunning piece to your home or office decor and let the story of the past unfold before your eyes.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" 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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This print from the late 1800s showcases the Tincroft Mine, situated in the picturesque village of Illogan, Cornwall. The image captures a significant moment in history when miners and bal maidens proudly posed in front of the surface buildings that defined their daily lives. This remarkable piece is part of the esteemed A. K. Hamilton Jenkin collection, a treasure trove documenting Cornwall's rich mining heritage. The photograph offers a glimpse into an era marked by relentless industry and engineering prowess. It portrays hardworking men and women who dedicated their lives to extracting precious minerals from deep within the earth. These brave souls faced unimaginable challenges underground but found solace and camaraderie amidst these towering industrial structures. Notably, this picture sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of mining history: women workers known as bal maidens. With determination etched upon their faces, they stand shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts, defying societal norms and proving themselves invaluable contributors to Cornwall's thriving mining industry. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported back to a period where Cornish mines were at the forefront of global mineral extraction. The unknown photographer has masterfully captured both the physical grandeur of these architectural marvels and the resilience exuded by those who called them home. This extraordinary image serves as a poignant reminder of our ancestors' unwavering spirit and unyielding dedication towards shaping Cornwall's identity as one rooted deeply in mining excellence.
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