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Framed Print : Bill Harvey mending a lobster pot, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. 1903
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Bill Harvey mending a lobster pot, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. 1903
Bill Harvey mending a large lobster pot. He is standing on rocks in front of the tunnel entrance with skate hanging in the tunnel. Bill was aged 58 when the photograph was taken. Photographer: Herbert Hughes or John Charles Burrow
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TRURI : PORgv.12
Media ID 14825132
© From the collection of the RIC
Coast Cove Fishing Industry Lobster Pots
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our exquisite framed print from the Media Storehouse collection. This stunning image captures Bill Harvey, a local fisherman from Porthgwarra, Cornwall, in the year 1903. Bill, then aged 58, is seen mending his large lobster pot on the rocky shore. The photograph, taken from the Royal Cornwall Museum archives, adds a timeless charm to any space. Witness the rich history of Cornwall's maritime heritage through this evocative piece. Framed in a contemporary style, this print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, coastal home decor, or as a unique gift.
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.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 30.5cm (10" x 12")
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
In this print from 1903, we witness the skilled hands of Bill Harvey as he meticulously mends a large lobster pot against the picturesque backdrop of Porthgwarra in Cornwall. Standing on weathered rocks, his figure exudes both strength and wisdom, embodying the resilience of those who make their living from the sea. The tunnel entrance behind him holds an intriguing sight - a skate gracefully suspended, hinting at the bountiful marine life that thrives beneath these waters. It is within this rugged cove that generations of fishermen have honed their craft, relying on ancient techniques passed down through time to sustain their families and communities. Bill Harvey himself was no stranger to hard work and dedication. At 58 years old when captured by either Herbert Hughes or John Charles Burrow's lens, his weather-beaten face tells tales of countless hours spent battling unpredictable tides and braving tempestuous seas. His presence in this photograph serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of Cornish fishing industry. This evocative image transports us back to an era when lobster pots were not just tools but symbols of livelihoods intertwined with nature's ebb and flow. As we gaze upon it today at Royal Cornwall Museum, let us pay homage to those who shaped our coastal heritage while cherishing our connection with the sea that sustains us all.
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