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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
Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of coal mining with our intricately designed jigsaw puzzles from Media Storehouse. This particular puzzle, featuring "Miners working at the coalface, South Wales" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the heart of the coal industry. Two determined miners, stripped to the waist, can be seen working diligently at the coalface in this evocative image from South Wales. The coal seam stretches out before them, a testament to the hard labor and perseverance required to extract the precious resource. Assemble this captivating puzzle piece by piece, immersing yourself in the rich history and culture of the coal mining industry. With intricate details and high-quality printing, this puzzle offers a challenging and rewarding experience for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Bring a piece of history into your home or give the gift of discovery with this beautifully designed jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse.
500 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 40x51cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.7cm x 40.3cm (20" x 15.9")
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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