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Levant Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 11th July 1894
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Levant Mine, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 11th July 1894
Interior of clothes dry. Miners clothes hang on the walls and on racks above the heated pipes. Wooden boxes with lids secured with padlocks serve as a locker and seat. In the background behind the seated man a bicycle leans against a locker. Photographer: John Charles Burrow
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TRURI : 2011.11.116a
Media ID 11420038
© From the collection of the RIC
Clothing Interior Miner Mining Broom
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Step back in time to the heart of Cornwall's mining history with this print from 1894. Captured by renowned photographer John Charles Burrow, the image transports us to Levant Mine in St Just, Penwith, where miners' resilience and resourcefulness come to life. Within the dimly lit interior of a clothes dry, we witness an intimate glimpse into the daily lives of these hardworking individuals. The walls and racks are adorned with worn miner's clothing, hanging precariously above heated pipes that serve as both drying apparatus and a source of warmth. Wooden boxes secured with padlocks double as lockers for personal belongings while offering weary miners a much-needed seat during their breaks. In this scene, our attention is drawn towards a seated man who takes respite amidst his arduous labor. Behind him leans a bicycle - perhaps his cherished mode of transportation after long hours underground. This simple yet powerful detail speaks volumes about the determination and independence ingrained within these resilient workers. As we delve deeper into this remarkable photograph, it becomes evident that every element tells its own story – from the well-worn cap resting on a hook to the broom leaning against a wall; each item carries significance within this bustling mining community. This print serves as an invaluable window into Cornwall's rich mining heritage – reminding us of the hardships endured by those who shaped its landscape and contributed immeasurably to its identity.
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