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Woman and young worker, miners of Wales, England, 1865 - Pontipool Mine 1865
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Woman and young worker, miners of Wales, England, 1865 - Pontipool Mine 1865
JAB4120300 Woman and young worker, miners of Wales, England, 1865 - Pontipool Mine 1865; (add.info.: Woman and young worker, miners of Wales, England, 1865 - Pontipool Mine 1865); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis
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This powerful print captures the harsh reality of life for miners in Wales, England in 1865. The image shows a woman and a young worker standing side by side, their faces weathered and tired from long hours spent underground in the Pontipool Mine. The woman's presence is striking - a rare sight in an industry dominated by men at the time.
The young worker, barely out of his teenage years, embodies the struggles faced by many who toiled in the mines during this era. His eyes reflect a mixture of determination and resignation as he carries out his back-breaking work alongside his female colleague.
The engraving adds to the sense of history and tradition surrounding these miners' lives. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by generations past to fuel industrial progress.
As we look at this photograph, we are reminded of the resilience and strength exhibited by these individuals despite their challenging circumstances. Their story is one of perseverance and survival in the face of adversity.
Through Jaime Abecasis's lens, we are transported back to a time when mining was not just an occupation, but a way of life for many communities across Europe. This image serves as a poignant tribute to those who labored underground so that others could prosper above ground.
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