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Photo Mug : Sandycroft electric winding engine, Giew Mine, St Ives Consols, Cornwall. Around 1909
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Sandycroft electric winding engine, Giew Mine, St Ives Consols, Cornwall. Around 1909
Photographer: Samuel John Govier
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
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Media ID 15185490
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Bring a piece of history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mug featuring the Sandycroft electric winding engine from Giew Mine, St Ives Consols, Cornwall. Captured around 1909 by renowned photographer Samuel John Govier, this vintage image from the Royal Cornwall Museum transports you back in time. Each mug is expertly printed with high-quality, vibrant colors to ensure your favorite photo stands out. Perfect for tea or coffee, this sturdy mug is a great gift for history enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates the beauty of the past. Relive the charm of the past with every sip.
A personalised photo mug blends sentimentality with functionality, making an ideal gift for cherished loved ones, close friends, or valued colleagues. Preview may show both sides of the same mug.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Mug Size is 8.1cm high x 9.6cm diameter (3.2" x 3.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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This print transports us back in time to the early 20th century, capturing a pivotal moment in Cornwall's rich mining history. The image showcases the Sandycroft electric winding engine at Giew Mine, part of the renowned St Ives Consols mining complex. Taken around 1909 by the talented photographer Samuel John Govier, this snapshot offers a glimpse into an era defined by Cornish industry and innovation. The imposing machinery takes center stage, its intricate design and robust construction reflecting the ingenuity of Cornwall's miners. The Sandycroft electric winding engine stands as a testament to their unwavering determination and expertise in harnessing natural resources deep beneath the earth's surface. Surrounded by rugged terrain and remnants of past excavation efforts, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both triumphs and challenges faced by those who toiled within these mines. It encapsulates not only the physicality of mining but also pays homage to an entire community whose lives were intricately intertwined with this demanding profession. Preserved within Royal Cornwall Museum's vast collection, this print allows us to appreciate Cornish heritage from a fresh perspective. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of our predecessors' resilience and resourcefulness that shaped not just local communities but also contributed significantly to Britain's industrial prowess. Let this evocative image transport you back through time as you delve into Cornwall's fascinating mining legacy - an enduring testament to human ambition amidst nature’s formidable forces.
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