Poster Print : Rosedale Mines, North Yorkshire - Ironstone Working
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Rosedale Mines, North Yorkshire - Ironstone Working
Rosedale Mines, North York Moors, North Yorkshire - Ironstone Working Mines - 1856-1926. Date: circa 1920s
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Media ID 7334586
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Gear Iron Ironstone Kilns Loading Mine Mines Moors Sheriffs Rosedale
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the rich history of Rosedale Mines in North Yorkshire with our stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken from the Mary Evans Prints Online archive, transports you back in time to the ironstone mining era in the North York Moors between 1856 and 1926. The circa 1920s photograph showcases the rugged terrain and the hardworking miners, capturing the essence of this significant period in North Yorkshire's industrial history. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation with our beautiful Rosedale Mines poster print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20cm (11.9" x 7.9")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the essence of ironstone mining in Rosedale, North Yorkshire during the early 20th century. The image showcases the entrance to one of the many pits that dotted the landscape of this once bustling mining community. The rugged terrain of the North York Moors provides a stark contrast to the industrial machinery and gear that dominate the foreground. Ironstone mining in Rosedale began in the mid-19th century and continued until the 1920s. The ironstone extracted from these mines was transported to nearby kilns for smelting, producing iron that was then used in the production of iron and steel. The industry was a significant contributor to the local economy, with many families relying on the mines for their livelihoods. The photograph's composition draws the viewer's eye to the loading area, where workers are seen carefully placing ironstone into a cart. The cart is then pulled away by a team of horses, ready to be transported to the kilns. In the background, the faint outline of the mine's shaft can be seen, disappearing into the earth. Despite the industrious atmosphere, there is a sense of tranquility in the photograph. The muted colors and soft lighting create a serene and almost dreamlike quality, highlighting the beauty of the natural surroundings that coexisted with the mining industry. The image is a poignant reminder of the rich history of ironstone mining in Rosedale and the people who worked in these mines, extracting the iron that helped shape the industrial revolution.
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