The miners pick (chromolitho)

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The miners pick (chromolitho)

977702 The miners pick (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The miners pick. French educational card, late 19th/early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Media ID 23035572

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Candy Store Chocolat Guerin Boutron Chocolate Chocolates Coal Mine Coal Miner Coal Mining Digging Excavating Milk Chocolate Mine Miner Mining Pick Safety Lamp Sugar Sweet Shop Underground Wokrker Laborer Labourer Miners Helmet Miners Lamp Tradesman Tradesmen

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The Miners Pick: A Glimpse into the World of Underground Labor". This chromolitho print, titled "The Miners Pick" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century coal mining. The image showcases a French educational card from that era, shedding light on the demanding and perilous trade of miners. In this scene, we witness a diligent worker donning his sturdy helmet and grasping his trusty pick as he delves deep underground. The miner's lamp illuminates his path, providing an essential source of safety in the dimly lit tunnels. Every swing of his pick represents hours of backbreaking labor and dedication to extract precious coal from the earth. The print also reveals intriguing details beyond mining itself. Prominently displayed is an advertisement for Chocolat Guerin Boutron, hinting at the importance of sustenance during long shifts in these treacherous conditions. Perhaps this sweet treat served as a small respite amidst their arduous work. Through this artwork, we are reminded not only of the physical challenges faced by these brave workers but also their resilience and unwavering commitment to their occupation. It serves as a poignant tribute to those who toiled tirelessly beneath our feet to fuel industrial progress. "The Miners Pick" invites us to reflect upon our reliance on natural resources while honoring those whose sacrifices have shaped our modern world.

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