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Framed Print : Remains of pilchard cellars, Port Gaverne, St Endellion, Cornwall. 1973
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Remains of pilchard cellars, Port Gaverne, St Endellion, Cornwall. 1973
Port Gaverne was once a busy port used to export slate from the nearby Delabole slate quarry. It was also a very active seining port and the pilchard cellars were capable of processing around 1000 tons of fish per week. Two of the four large pilchard cellars built in the early 1800s are now owned by the National Trust, these being the Rashleigh and Union cellars. National Trust signage can be seen to the left of the opening in the stone wall. Photographer: Charles Woolf
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TRURI : POGgv.23
Media ID 14813878
© RIC, photographer Charles Woolf
Coast Fishing Industry Joyce Greenham National Trust
30"x26" (78x68cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the evocative image of the Remains of Pilchard Cellars at Port Gaverne, St Endellion, Cornwall, taken in 1973 from the Royal Cornwall Museum's archives. This historic photograph captures the essence of Cornwall's rich maritime past, when Port Gaverne was a bustling port known for exporting slate from Delabole quarry and actively engaging in pilchard fishing. Add this beautifully framed print to your home or office to evoke a sense of history and nostalgia. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials to ensure a stunning and long-lasting display.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 24x20 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 30x26 inches (76x68cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 43mm wide x 32mm 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 55.8cm x 59.9cm (22" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.2cm x 78.2cm (26.9" x 30.8")
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 photograph captures the remnants of a once-thriving fishing industry in Port Gaverne, Cornwall. Taken in 1973 by photographer Charles Woolf, it showcases the remains of pilchard cellars that were instrumental in processing an astonishing 1000 tons of fish per week during their heyday. Port Gaverne was not only a bustling port for exporting slate from Delabole quarry but also a vibrant seining port. The four large pilchard cellars built in the early 1800s played a crucial role in this thriving industry. Today, two of these historic structures - the Rashleigh and Union cellars - are proudly owned by the National Trust. In this photo print, we see one such cellar with its stone walls still standing strong against time's relentless passage. To the left of its opening, National Trust signage stands as a testament to their dedication to preserving Cornwall's rich heritage. The image evokes nostalgia for an era when fishing was at its peak along these rugged coastlines. It reminds us of the hard work and skill required to process such vast quantities of fish while highlighting how industries change over time. Photographer Joyce Greenham has beautifully captured this slice of Cornish history through Woolf's lens, allowing us to reflect on our connection to both land and sea. This remarkable image serves as a poignant reminder that even though times may change, our appreciation for our cultural heritage remains steadfastly intact.
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