A poignant engraving depicts a coal mining couple standing together, surrounded by the harsh realities of their profession. The man, dressed in worn clothing and a helmet, holds a pickaxe in one hand and grasps the hand of his partner with the other. His facial expression is one of exhaustion and concern, while his partner's face conveys a sense of worry and dedication. In the background, a coal mine shaft rises like a giant's fist, its dark walls and twisted metalwork a testament to the dangers and difficulties of their work. The engraving's intricate details and expressive lines evoke a powerful sense of the sacrifices and hardships faced by those who toiled in the coal mines.