Metal Print : Boy putter drawing a carriage containing 2 1 / 4 cwt of coal along a 24 inch high seam

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Boy putter drawing a carriage containing 2 1 / 4 cwt of coal along a 24 inch high seam

Boy putter drawing a carriage containing 2 1/4 cwt of coal along a 24 inch high seam, Halifax, Yorkshire, England. From Matthias Dunn A Treatise on the Winning and Working of Collieries, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, 1848

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Media ID 9788431

© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group

1848 Carriage Child Coal Drawing Extractive Fuel Halifax High Hydrocarbon Industry Labour Mechanisation Mining Newcastle Upon Tyne Treatise Winning Working Yorkshire Collieries Dunn Inch Matthias Putter Seam

14"x11" (28x35cm) Metal Print

Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print from Media Storehouse, featuring a classic image of a young boy diligently drawing a coal carriage along a 24-inch high seam. This evocative photograph, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG) and taken in Halifax, Yorkshire, England, transports you to the heart of the industrial revolution. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with this unique and intriguing piece.

Our Metal Prints feature rounded corners and rear fixings for easy wall mounting. Images are directly printed onto a lightweight, high quality 5mm thick, durable metallic surface for a vivid and vibrant finish. Available in 2 sizes, 28x35cm (14x11) and 50x40cm (20x16). The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.

Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space

Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Matthias Dunn in 1848, we are transported back to the bustling coal mining industry of Halifax, Yorkshire, England. The image showcases a young boy putter diligently drawing a carriage filled with 2 1/4 cwt of coal along a challenging 24-inch high seam. This striking depiction serves as a testament to the arduous labor and unwavering determination that characterized the working conditions during that era. The child's presence in this scene is both poignant and thought-provoking, shedding light on the harsh realities faced by those involved in the extractive industry at such a tender age. With his small frame juxtaposed against the weighty load he pulls, it becomes evident how crucial these young workers were to fueling Britain's growing demand for hydrocarbon resources. Dunn's treatise on collieries further emphasizes the significance of this photograph within its historical context. It offers us an invaluable glimpse into an era before mechanization transformed mining practices, highlighting manual labor as an integral part of coal extraction. As we contemplate this powerful image from over a century ago, let us reflect upon the immense progress made since then in terms of worker rights and safety regulations. May it serve as a reminder of our duty to honor past struggles while continuously striving for improvement within industries worldwide.

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