Home > Architecture > Industrial
Furnace feeding in the Steel City, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Furnace feeding in the Steel City, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 15066000
© Worldwide Photography / Heritage-Images
Factory Worker Feeding Foundry Furnace Goggles Iron Iron And Steel Industry Manufacturing Michael Michael Walters Paul Walters Worldwide Photography Ltd Sheffield South Yorkshire Steel Steelworker Steelworks Walters
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Portraits
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Portraits
> Portrait photography
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Fine art
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome paintings
> Arts
> Minimalist artwork
> Monochrome artwork
> Monochrome photography
> Arts
> Portraits
> Black and white portraits
> Fine art portraits
> Arts
> Portraits
> Black and white portraits
> Arts
> Street art graffiti
> Portraits
> Portrait photography
> Europe
> United Kingdom
> England
> Sheffield
Furnace Feeding in the Steel City, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 1963
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a moment frozen in time during the height of Sheffield's industrial prowess. In this bustling steelworks factory, we witness the relentless energy and dedication of a group of hardworking men as they feed the hungry furnace that powers their trade. The image showcases an interior scene filled with towering machinery and billowing smoke, highlighting both the impressive scale and gritty nature of this iron and steel industry. Amidst this industrial landscape stands a lone figure - a stoic male worker donning protective goggles - his presence symbolizing the resilience and determination embodied by those who toiled within these walls. Taken by renowned photographer Michael Walters in 1963, this monochrome portrait offers us a glimpse into an era when manufacturing was at its peak. The composition expertly balances light and shadow to emphasize not only the physicality of labor but also the human element behind it all. As we reflect on this photograph today, it serves as a poignant reminder of Sheffield's rich heritage as an industrial powerhouse. It pays homage to countless workers whose tireless efforts shaped not just their own lives but also contributed significantly to Britain's economic growth. Let us cherish this snapshot from history; let it remind us of our collective past while inspiring future generations to appreciate the craftsmanship, ingenuity, and unwavering spirit that defined Sheffield's Steel City legacy.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
![Cover of Football Association [FA] Cup Final celebration dinner programme - Sheffield United Football Club, 1936](/sq/716/cover-football-association-fa-cup-final-18086639.jpg.webp)
