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Miners working at the coalface, South Wales
Two miners, stripped to the waist, working at the coalface in a coal seam in South Wales
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Coal Coal Face Colliery Conditions Dirty Jones Lamp Lamps Mine Miner Miners Mining Pick Seam Stripped Tool Tools Waist Worker
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the captivating Miners at Work greetings cards from Media Storehouse, featuring an authentic and evocative image of coal miners toiling at the coalface in South Wales. This powerful and moving photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the raw emotion and determination of two miners as they dig deep into the coal seam. Perfect for sending a heartfelt message of appreciation, support, or encouragement, these cards are a unique and thoughtful way to connect with friends, family, or colleagues. With their striking design and high-quality printing, these cards are sure to make a lasting impression. Order yours today and add a touch of history and character to your greetings.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the raw and grueling reality of coal mining in South Wales during the early 20th century. Two miners, stripped to the waist, are seen working diligently at the coalface, their sinewy bodies glistening with sweat and coal dust. The dimly lit coal seam stretches out before them, a seemingly endless expanse of darkness that they must penetrate with their pickaxes and lamp in hand. The miners, identified only as Jones and another unnamed worker, are focused intently on their task, their expressions etched with determination and grit. The harsh conditions of the colliery are evident in the worn tools, the dirt and grime that covers every surface, and the dim light cast by their lamps. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the harsh working conditions endured by miners during this period. The class divide was stark, with miners and their families living in cramped and impoverished conditions, while the coal barons reaped the profits. The coal industry was a backbone of the Welsh economy, but it came at a great cost to the health and wellbeing of the workers. Despite the challenges, the miners continued to toil, driven by the need to provide for their families and contribute to the industrial powerhouse of South Wales. This photograph is a testament to their resilience and the indomitable spirit of the working class during a time of great social and economic change.
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