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Jigsaw Puzzle : Two young miners at croust time at an unidentified mine in Cornwall. Late 1800s
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Two young miners at croust time at an unidentified mine in Cornwall. Late 1800s
This photograph shows two young miners having a break ( croust is a traditional Cornish word for a break for food). One man has a sledge hammer the other a mining type pick. The man on the left is lighting his pipe with a candle, while the the other wears candles on a string around his neck and sits on a water barrel. He drinks water out of a metal or ceramic bottle. His pasty, in a white linen bag, is balanced on his knee. The title of the photograph is incorrectly written as " Cornish Mineing Series, Grouse Time". Photographer: Unknown
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Media ID 15405392
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Introducing the captivating "Two Young Miners at Croust Time" jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse, featuring an intriguing photograph from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating image transports you back in time to the late 1800s, where two young miners take a well-deserved break amidst the rugged terrain of a Cornish mine. The puzzle pieces showcase the intricate details of the scene, from the traditional mining tools in their hands - a sledge hammer and a mining pick - to the textured clothing and weathered mine walls in the background. Assemble this puzzle to bring the rich history of Cornwall's mining heritage into your home and create an engaging activity for the whole family. Immerse yourself in the story behind the photograph and connect with the past as you piece together this captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Capturing a Glimpse into the Lives of Young Miners in Late 1800s Cornwall
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing photograph offers a rare glimpse into the lives of two young miners during their well-deserved croust time, or break for food, at an unidentified mine in Cornwall. The image showcases the resilience and camaraderie that defined these hardworking individuals. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see one miner holding a sledgehammer while his companion wields a mining pick. The miner on the left takes advantage of this brief respite to light his pipe using a humble candle as his only source of light. Meanwhile, his fellow miner wears candles strung around his neck, providing illumination as he sits atop a water barrel. The resourceful miner drinks refreshing water from what appears to be either a metal or ceramic bottle cleverly tucked away by his side. His prized pasty, encased within a white linen bag, is carefully balanced on his knee – perhaps offering sustenance during their arduous work underground. It is worth noting that despite its historical significance, this photograph bears an incorrect title: "Cornish Mineing Series, Grouse Time". Unfortunately, the photographer remains unknown; however, their legacy endures through this remarkable depiction of Cornish mining life. As we delve into Victorian and Edwardian history through images like these ones captured by anonymous photographers such as this one from Royal Cornwall Museum's collection - we gain invaluable insights into the struggles and triumphs
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