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Framed Print : St Ives Consols, St Ives, Cornwall. 1863
Framed Photos from Royal Cornwall Museum
St Ives Consols, St Ives, Cornwall. 1863
Team of workers includes child labourers (Bal Boys) and women (Bal Maidens). Part of the A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection. Photographer: Dr R.D. Slack
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : MIivs.1
Media ID 11420175
© From the collection of the RIC
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our stunning Framed Print from Media Storehouse's collection. This beautiful image captures the historic scene of St Ives Consols in St Ives, Cornwall, in 1863. Witness the daily life of the mining community with child laborers (Bal Boys) and women (Bal Maidens) at work, as documented by photographer Dr R.D. Slack. Part of the A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection at the Royal Cornwall Museum, this framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and those who appreciate the rich cultural heritage of Cornwall.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back to the year 1863, capturing a poignant moment in history at St Ives Consols in Cornwall. The image showcases a team of workers, each playing their part in the mining industry that defined this region for centuries. What strikes us immediately is the diversity within this workforce. Amongst them are child labourers known as "Bal Boys" and women referred to as "Bal Maidens". This glimpse into the past reminds us of how different societal norms were during that era, where individuals of all ages and genders contributed to such laborious tasks. The photographer behind this remarkable snapshot is Dr R. D. Slack, who skillfully captures both the physical exertion etched on these workers' faces and their unwavering determination. It serves as a testament to their resilience amidst challenging conditions underground. Part of the esteemed A. K. Hamilton Jenkin collection, this photograph offers an invaluable insight into Cornish mining heritage. It allows us to reflect upon an industry that shaped countless lives and communities throughout history. As we admire this historical gem preserved by the Royal Cornwall Museum, let it serve as a reminder of our collective responsibility to honor those who came before us while striving for progress and equality in our own time.
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