Mijnwerkers in een mijn te Cornwall c. 1893

"Mijnwerkers in een mijn te Cornwall" (c. 1893) by John Charles Burrow is a poignant photographic study of Cornish miners at work. The image captures the harsh realities of their labor in the dimly lit, cramped conditions of a mine shaft. The miners' figures are silhouetted against the dark background, highlighting the physicality and risk inherent in their profession. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era of industrial labor, providing valuable insights into the history of mining in Cornwall.