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Poster Print : East Hetton Colliery, County Durham in June 1983
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East Hetton Colliery, County Durham in June 1983
NCJ
NCJ Archive
Media ID 21481257
© Mirrorpix
Coal Coal Mining Colliery Pit Heads
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with this stunning vintage print from Memory Lane Prints. Featuring the iconic East Hetton Colliery in County Durham as it looked in June 1983, captured perfectly by NCJ. This poster print brings the history of the mining industry to life, making it a must-have for anyone with a connection to the region or an appreciation for industrial heritage. Printed on high-quality paper for long-lasting vibrancy, this poster is a beautiful addition to any home or office space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the summer of 1983, capturing a moment frozen in time at East Hetton Colliery in County Durham. The image showcases the heart and soul of an industry that once thrived in this region - coal mining. As we gaze upon this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported to a world where collieries were bustling with activity, pit heads towering proudly against the backdrop of a clear June sky. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of countless miners who risked their lives daily underground. The scene exudes an air of nostalgia, reminding us of an era when coal was not just a source of energy but also played a vital role in shaping communities and economies. The industrial landscape depicted here tells stories untold; tales of camaraderie amongst workers, families relying on these mines for their livelihoods, and the resilience that defined this era. In its simplicity lies great beauty - blackened faces emerging from beneath ground as they ascend towards daylight after hours spent deep within the earth's belly. This photograph captures both the physicality and emotional weight carried by those involved in such arduous labor. Let this print serve as a poignant reminder of our shared history, honoring those who dedicated their lives to fueling progress through coal mining. May it inspire conversations about our past while encouraging us to forge ahead into new chapters yet unwritten.
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