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Framed Print : The Harbour, Penzance, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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The Harbour, Penzance, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Three masted barquentine sunk in Penzance harbour. Thought to be a Baltic vessel. The salvage vessel is SS Greencastle and in the background can be seen St Michaels Mount. Photographer: Probably John Christian Douglas
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TRURI : PNZhs.27
Media ID 12082306
© From the collection of the RIC
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse's collection. Featuring an early 1900s photograph from the Royal Cornwall Museum, this captivating image transports you to Penzance Harbour in Cornwall. Witness the tranquil scene of a three-masted barquentine sunk in the harbor, believed to be a Baltic vessel. The salvage effort unfolds as the SS Greencastle comes to the rescue, while St Michael's Mount stands majestically in the background. Bring the rich maritime history of Cornwall into your home with this stunning, vintage-inspired Framed Print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 24.4cm (8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 32.5cm x 37.6cm (12.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the early 1900s transports us to the picturesque harbour of Penzance, Cornwall. The focal point is a magnificent three-masted barquentine that has tragically sunk in the calm waters of the harbor. Believed to be a Baltic vessel, its weathered wooden hull and towering masts evoke a sense of both awe and melancholy. Amidst this maritime scene, we catch sight of the SS Greencastle, a salvage vessel diligently working towards raising the sunken ship from its watery grave. Its presence serves as a reminder of human resilience and determination in face of adversity. In the background stands St Michaels Mount, an iconic landmark that adds depth and character to this already enchanting composition. Its majestic silhouette against the horizon perfectly complements the somber atmosphere surrounding the ill-fated barquentine. A lone figure can be seen on a nearby jetty, perhaps contemplating this nautical spectacle or simply enjoying his proximity to such maritime history. His presence adds scale to this vast seascape while also emphasizing man's connection with these powerful forces of nature. Further enhancing our immersion into this bygone era is a rowing boat gently bobbing on the water's surface. It serves as a humble reminder that life continues amidst tragedy; fishermen still ply their trade even when surrounded by tales of lost vessels and treacherous seas. Captured through lens mastery, most likely by photographer John Christian Douglas, this evocative print offers us not only glimps
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