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Skinningrove Steelworks 28931_025
Filename: 28931_025.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (9.0MB)
Date: 9th November 2021
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive, Mat
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Skinningrove Steelworks 28931_025
Skinningrove Steelworks, Teeside, Redcar and Cleveland, 2016. NZ7019
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Media ID 24028924
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Industrial Steel Works Metalworks
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph, titled "Skinningrove Steelworks 28931_025" captures the raw beauty and immense scale of the Skinningrove Steelworks in Teeside, Redcar and Cleveland. Taken by talented photographer Matthew Oakey in 2016, this image offers a unique perspective on one of England's most iconic industrial sites. The composition is strikingly powerful as it showcases the intricate network of metal structures that make up this sprawling steel works facility. From above, we are granted a bird's-eye view of the complex machinery and towering chimneys that dominate the landscape. The contrasting colors and textures create a visually arresting scene; rusted beams juxtapose against gleaming silver surfaces, while plumes of smoke billow from chimneys like ethereal clouds. In addition to its aesthetic appeal, this photograph also serves as an important historical document. It immortalizes an era when heavy industry played a significant role in shaping England's economy and identity. Skinningrove Steelworks stands as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience, symbolizing both progress and hardship. Matthew Oakey has masterfully captured not only the physicality but also the spirit of this industrial giant through his lens. His keen eye for detail allows us to appreciate every nuance within this vast expanse of metalwork. "Skinningrove Steelworks 28931_025" is more than just a photo print; it is an invitation to reflect upon our collective past while marveling at mankind's ability to
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