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Photographic Print : South Condurrow Mine, Camborne, Cornwall. September 1898
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South Condurrow Mine, Camborne, Cornwall. September 1898
Student setting a fuse using a candle. In 1897 the Camborne School of Metalliferous Mining took over the north-east part of South Condurrow mine for training purposes, which later known as King Edward VII mine. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : MIcds.5
Media ID 11456506
© From the collection of the RIC
Camborne Cornwall Miner Victorian Fuse
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print featuring South Condurrow Mine, Camborne, Cornwall from September 1898. This captivating image, sourced from the Royal Cornwall Museum, showcases a student setting a fuse using a candle, as part of the Camborne School of Metalliferous Mining's training program in the north-east part of the mine. Perfectly preserved in this timeless photograph, it's a unique glimpse into Cornwall's rich mining history. Bring this piece of the past into your home or office and let the story unfold.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.5cm (10" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time to the heart of Cornwall's mining heritage with this print from September 1898. Captured at South Condurrow Mine, Camborne, the image showcases a young student meticulously setting a fuse using nothing but a candle. During this era, the renowned Camborne School of Metalliferous Mining took over part of South Condurrow mine for training purposes. This specific area later became known as King Edward VII mine, an important site that played a vital role in shaping future generations of miners. The unidentified photographer skillfully captures the essence of Cornish Victorian life underground, highlighting the grit and determination required by these courageous individuals who risked their lives daily to extract precious minerals from deep within the earth. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of Cornwall's rich mining history and pays tribute to those who dedicated themselves to this demanding profession. It offers us a glimpse into their world – one filled with darkness and danger yet fueled by resilience and camaraderie. As you admire this remarkable piece at Royal Cornwall Museum, let your imagination transport you back in time to an era when candles were used not only for illumination but also as tools for progress. Experience firsthand the ingenuity and resourcefulness that defined Cornish miners during their relentless pursuit beneath our feet.
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