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Framed Print : Mending Nets, West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition, Penzance, Cornwall. 29th August to 9th September 1884
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Mending Nets, West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition, Penzance, Cornwall. 29th August to 9th September 1884
A posed group of eight women wearing traditional costumes and carrying out tasks associated with the fishing industry. The handwritten caption underneath reads Costumes of Fish Women at Penzance Fishery Exhibition, 1884. The West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition was held in Penzance from Friday 29th August to Tuesday 9th September 1884. The photograph shows the style of dress of the period in good detail and shows the women mending nets with various devices. Photographer: Robert H. Preston
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TRURI : 2009.1.226
Media ID 19057145
© From the collection of the RIC
Commerce Dresses Festivals Fish Fishing And Fisheries Hats Occupations Shows Victorian Livelihood Skirts
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Mending Nets, West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition, Penzance, Cornwall. 29th August to 9th September 1884" from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This stunning photograph showcases a group of eight women in traditional costumes, expertly carrying out tasks associated with the fishing industry. The intricate details and rich colors of their clothing and the setting transport you to a bygone era. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this beautifully framed print, a must-have for anyone with an appreciation for the past or an affinity for the sea.
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 24.4cm x 17.9cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print captures a moment in time at the West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition held in Penzance, Cornwall, from August 29th to September 9th, 1884. The image showcases a group of eight women dressed in traditional costumes associated with the fishing industry. Each woman is engrossed in mending nets using various tools and devices. The handwritten caption beneath the photograph reveals that these women are fish women from Penzance, highlighting their important role in the local fishery. Their attire reflects the fashion of the Victorian era, providing an intriguing glimpse into the style of dress during this period. The attention to detail captured by photographer Robert H. Preston allows us to appreciate not only their costumes but also their dedication and skill as they diligently repair each net. These hardworking ladies stand as a testament to both their livelihoods and the vibrant fishing community that thrived in West Cornwall. This image transports us back to a time when shows and festivals were eagerly anticipated events for communities like Penzance. It serves as a reminder of occupations tied closely to commerce and trade, where men and women alike played vital roles. Preserved within Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this historical photograph offers valuable insight into Cornish heritage while celebrating these remarkable individuals who contributed so significantly to their local economy.
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