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Poster Print : St Ives Consols, St Ives, Cornwall. 1863
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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
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of St Ives Consols, Cornwall, 1863. This captivating image from the Royal Cornwall Museum's A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection transports you to a bygone era, showcasing a team of dedicated workers, including child laborers and women, at the mine. The photograph, taken by Dr R.D. Slack, offers a unique glimpse into Cornwall's rich industrial history. Decorate your walls with this timeless piece and let the story of St Ives Consols be a part of your everyday."
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.
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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