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An engraving depicting a miner digging coal with the aid of a Day lamp, 19th century
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An engraving depicting a miner digging coal with the aid of a Day lamp, 19th century
5310992 An engraving depicting a miner digging coal with the aid of a Day lamp, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1833); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38508570
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Coal Coal Miner Coal Mining Lamp Mine Miner Mining
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from the 19th century captures the arduous work of a coal miner as he digs for coal with the aid of a Day lamp. The intricate details in this illustration provide a glimpse into the challenging conditions faced by miners during this time period.
The miner is depicted hunched over, his face illuminated by the soft glow of the lamp as he toils away in the dark depths of the mine. The artist has skillfully captured the intensity and focus on his face, highlighting both determination and exhaustion.
Coal mining was an essential industry during this era, powering factories and homes alike. Miners like the one shown in this engraving played a crucial role in fueling industrial progress, often at great personal risk.
The use of light in this image is particularly striking, symbolizing hope and guidance in an otherwise bleak environment. It serves as a reminder of the ingenuity and resilience required to extract valuable resources from deep within the earth.
Overall, this engraving serves as a poignant reminder of our shared history and the sacrifices made by those who labored in dangerous conditions to power society forward.
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