Fine Art Print : Pit Pony Pulling Coal
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Pit Pony Pulling Coal
A blinkered pit pony, pulling along coal wagons on a colliery rail track. Point of Ayr Colliery, Scotland. Date: 1960s
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Media ID 14111974
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Blinkered Coal Colliery Point Pony Pulling Track Wagons
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of coal mining through our exquisite Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of a blinkered pit pony, diligently pulling coal wagons on a colliery rail track, hails from the Point of Ayr Colliery in Scotland during the 1960s. The grit and determination of the pit pony is beautifully captured in this Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Add this authentic piece to your home or office décor and bring a piece of industrial history into your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of a blinkered pit pony as it pulls coal wagons along a colliery rail track at Point Ayr Colliery in Scotland during the 1960s. The pit pony, harnessed and focused, plods forward with unwavering resolve, its coat glistening with sweat in the dimly lit colliery ground. The coal wagons, filled to capacity, rattle and clank behind, their contents destined for the surface to be transported to waiting trucks for distribution. The scene is a poignant reminder of the vital role pit ponies played in the coal mining industry, particularly in the UK, where they were used to transport coal from the mines to the surface for over two centuries. These animals, often small and sturdy, were bred specifically for the task and were highly valued for their strength, agility, and ability to navigate the narrow, winding tunnels and tracks of the collieries. Despite the harsh conditions and long hours, pit ponies formed a deep bond with their handlers, who cared for them as valued members of the mining community. However, with the advent of mechanization in the coal industry, the use of pit ponies began to decline in the latter half of the 20th century. This photograph, taken in the 1960s, represents a snapshot of a bygone era, a time when pit ponies were an integral part of the coal mining landscape. The historical significance of this image extends beyond the coal industry, as it also serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of animals in the face of human endeavor. The photograph invites us to reflect on the past and to appreciate the role that animals have played in shaping our industrial heritage.
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