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Silhouette, Sending Coals to Newcastle
Sending Coals to Newcastle -- silhouette showing a mining landscape and three men carrying sacks of coal up a slope
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Coal Coals Harry Lawrence Literal Metaphor Metaphorical Mine Mining New Castle Oakley Proverb Proverbial Sacks Sending Silhouettes Slope
A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Silhouette, Sending Coals to Newcastle" print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative silhouette depicts a mining landscape with three determined figures carrying sacks of coal up a steep slope, against the backdrop of a dramatic, smoky sky. A classic and intriguing visual metaphor for the futile act of exporting a local resource to a place where it is abundant, this print is an excellent addition to any home or office decor. The intricate details and the rich, layered storytelling make this print a timeless piece that is sure to spark conversation and inspire curiosity. Embrace the beauty of history and the power of art with this exquisite Media Storehouse print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.3cm x 84.6cm (18.6" x 33.3")
Estimated Product Size is 59.6cm x 84.6cm (23.5" x 33.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Sending Coals to Newcastle
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a well-known proverbial expression that originated in the 16th century, meaning to offer something unnecessary or unwanted to someone who already has an abundance of it. This evocative silhouette by H.L. Oakley captures the literal and metaphorical essence of this age-old saying in a striking and thought-provoking image. The scene depicts three men laboriously carrying sacks of coal up a steep slope, their silhouetted figures contrasting dramatically against the backdrop of a mining landscape. Newcastle, a historic city in northeastern England, was once a major coal exporting hub, making the title of this print all the more fitting. However, the coal being transported in this image is not destined for Newcastle or any other distant port. Instead, it appears that the men are carrying the coal up the hill, perhaps to fuel the very mine from which it was extracted. This literal interpretation of the proverb adds an intriguing layer of complexity to the image, as it raises questions about the cyclical nature of industry and the human endeavor required to extract and transport natural resources. The use of silhouettes in this print also adds a sense of timelessness and universality to the image, as the figures of the men and the landscape are reduced to their most essential forms. This allows the viewer to focus on the broader themes of labor, industry, and the natural resources that have fueled human progress for centuries. Overall, Oakley's "Sending Coals to Newcastle" is a beautifully crafted visual representation of a proverb that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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