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Framed Print : Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903

Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903




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Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903

" Is it worth mending?" Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets surrounded by lobster pots in front of a thatched cottage at Porthgwarra. He was aged 58 when the photograph was taken. Bill is dressed in rubber boots and corduroy trousers, a knitted fishermans gansy and checked cap smoking his pipe. Photographer: Herbert Hughes

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TRURI : PORgv.10

Media ID 14825126

© From the collection of the RIC

Fishing Industry Lobster Pots


12"x10" Modern Frame

Introducing the Media Storehouse Framed Print of "Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903" from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing Bill Harvey, a fisherman aged 58, deeply engrossed in examining his damaged fishing nets against the backdrop of lobster pots and a quaint thatched cottage. The idyllic setting of Porthgwarra adds to the timeless charm of this image. Bring this piece of Cornish history into your home with our high-quality framed print, expertly crafted to preserve the rich details of this photograph for generations to come.

10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in the summer of 1903, this timeless photograph showcases Bill Harvey, a seasoned fisherman inspecting fishing nets against the picturesque backdrop of Porthgwarra, Cornwall. With a sense of purpose, he contemplates whether it is worth mending these vital tools that sustain his livelihood. Surrounded by stacks of lobster pots and standing proudly in front of a charming thatched cottage, Bill's weathered face tells tales of years spent at sea. At 58 years old when this image was taken, Bill embodies the resilience and dedication characteristic of Cornish fishermen. Dressed in rubber boots to brave the rugged coastline and corduroy trousers for practicality, he wears a knitted fisherman's gansy to shield himself from the chilly ocean breeze. His checked cap sits atop his head as if it were an extension of his identity. Photographer Herbert Hughes skillfully captures not only Bill's physical appearance but also his essence as he puffs on his pipe with contemplation. The composition evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when fishing was more than just an industry; it was a way of life deeply ingrained in Cornwall's cultural heritage. This print serves as both a tribute to those who dedicated their lives to the Cornish fishing industry and as an invitation for us to reflect upon our own connection with nature and tradition.

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