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Coalman delivering coal in a street of houses
Coalman delivering coal in a street of houses. Date: circa 1970s
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Media ID 14412315
© Mary Evans Picture Library/ANDREW BESLEY
Coal Coalman Coalmen Deliver Delivering Dirty Fuel Heavy Lorry Manual Sack Sacks Delivery
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning Coalman Print from Media Storehouse, featuring an iconic image of a coalman delivering coal to homes in a quaint, 1970s street. This beautifully preserved photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a moment in history that evokes nostalgia and charm. Perfectly suited for any living room or office space, this rights-managed poster print adds a touch of history and character to your decor. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your home or workplace.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
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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In this evocative photograph from the 1970s, a coalman can be seen making his daily delivery to the houses lining a quiet, residential street. The coalman, dressed in a heavy, grubby coat and wearing a cap to keep the cold at bay, carries a large sack of coal slung over his shoulder. He stands beside the open back of a coal lorry, its bed filled with sacks of the black fuel, ready to be unloaded. The modern houses on either side of the street, with their neat gardens and white fences, contrast sharply with the raw, industrial scene unfolding on the road. The coalman's manual labor, a reminder of the era before central heating and gas, was a vital part of everyday life for many families during this period. The coalman's delivery route would have been a familiar sight in the neighborhood, as he made his way from house to house, delivering sacks of coal to each one. The heavy, labor-intensive work required strength and endurance, as the coalman would have to lift and carry each sack, often up several steps to the front porch, before emptying it into the home's coal bin. Despite the dirty, manual nature of the work, the coalman's dedication and hard work were essential to keeping families warm during the cold winter months. The photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era when coal was a vital part of daily life and the coalman was a familiar, hardworking figure in the community.
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