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Exhibition hall, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
Filename: TRURI-Sfish-38.tiff
Size: 7986 x 5826 (46.5MB)
Date: 2nd April 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.263195, -5.051041
© From the collection of the RIC
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Exhibition hall, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
Interior of the exhibition hall showing exhibits including model boats and the stand of J. Pearson, the jeweller of 6 Boscawen Street, Truro, who is advertising Cornish serpentine jeweller and ornaments. The exhibition site was a field at the top of Lemon Street and the exhibition ran from 25th July 1893 for a month. An advert placed in The Cornishman on 7th September 1893 states that the materials used in the construction of the exhibition buildings were to be sold by public auction on 20th September 1893 at The Green in Truro. Number 2 in a series of glass lantern slides recording the Fisheries Exhibition. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : Sfish.38
Media ID 18842861
© From the collection of the RIC
Commerce Festivals Fish Fishing And Fisheries Fishing Boats Occupations Shows Victorian
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the bustling Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition of 1893, captured in this remarkable photo print. The interior of the exhibition hall comes alive with a vibrant display of exhibits, showcasing the rich maritime heritage and thriving fishing industry that defined Truro during the Victorian era. Amongst the captivating displays are intricately crafted model boats, capturing the essence of seafaring life. Standing proudly amidst these treasures is J. Pearson's stand, a renowned jeweller from 6 Boscawen Street in Truro. His advertisement highlights Cornish serpentine jewelry and ornaments, reflecting both local craftsmanship and pride. The exhibition site itself was transformed from a humble field at Lemon Street's summit into a grand spectacle that drew visitors far and wide for an entire month starting on July 25th. A testament to its success is evident through an advert placed in The Cornishman on September 7th, announcing the auctioning off of materials used for constructing these magnificent buildings at The Green in Truro on September 20th. This glass lantern slide captures not just a moment frozen in time but also offers us glimpses into occupations tied to fishing and commerce that shaped Cornwall's history. Immerse yourself in this snapshot from yesteryears as you explore an era where fish were more than just sustenance; they represented livelihoods, festivals, shows - all woven together by Victorian ingenuity.
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