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Stone Quarry, Normanton (coloured photo)
3643230 Stone Quarry, Normanton (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stone Quarry, Normanton. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23635636
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Chisel Crane Engine Hammer Labourers Lift Mine Miner Miners Mining Pickaxe Quarry Slate Spade Steam
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This vibrant and captivating coloured print titled "Stone Quarry, Normanton" takes us back to the early 20th century. Captured by an English photographer whose identity remains unknown, this image is now part of a private collection. The scene depicts a bustling stone quarry with labourers hard at work. The postcard format suggests that it was widely circulated during that time, perhaps as a souvenir or memento. In the foreground, we see men wielding pickaxes and chisels, diligently extracting slate from the earth. Their faces reveal the arduous nature of their task but also reflect a sense of camaraderie among them. A cart filled with freshly quarried stones stands nearby while steam rises from an engine in the background, indicating its role in powering machinery used for lifting heavy loads. A crane looms overhead, ready to assist in transporting these valuable resources. This historical photograph offers us a glimpse into the lives of these hardworking individuals who dedicated themselves to mining and shaping stones for construction purposes. It serves as a testament to their skill and determination in an industry crucial for building infrastructure during that era. As we admire this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate not only the craftsmanship involved but also acknowledge the significant contribution made by miners and workers like those depicted here towards shaping our built environment.
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