Framed Print > Royal Cornwall Museum > Places > Truro
Framed Print : Art gallery, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
Framed Photos from Royal Cornwall Museum
Art gallery, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
A view of the art gallery, with tables and chairs in the centre of the gallery. The art exhibition included work by the artist Dorothy Worden. The exhibition site was a field at the top of Lemon Street and the exhibition ran from 25th July 1893 for a month. An advert placed in The Cornishman on 7th September 1893 states that the materials used in the construction of the exhibition buildings were to be sold by public auction on 20th September 1893 at The Green in Truro. Number 5 in a series of glass lantern slides recording the Fisheries Exhibition. Photographer: Unknown
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : Sfish.41
Media ID 18842851
© From the collection of the RIC
Artwork Boats Commerce Festivals Fishing And Fisheries Occupations Painting Seascape Shows Victorian Fishwives
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step into the past with our exquisite framed print from Media Storehouse, featuring a captivating view of the Art Gallery at the Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition in Truro, Cornwall. Held in July and August of 1893, this historic image showcases the gallery's timeless charm with its tables and chairs arranged in the center, providing a glimpse into the experience of a bygone era. Adding to the intrigue, this stunning print includes works by the renowned artist Dorothy Worden. Elevate your home or office decor with this beautiful piece of history, a true conversation starter and a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of Cornwall.
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 18.3cm (10" x 7.2")
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) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the summer of 1893, capturing a glimpse of the bustling art gallery at the Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition in Truro. The scene depicts tables and chairs arranged neatly in the center of the gallery, inviting visitors to pause and appreciate the remarkable artwork on display. One notable artist featured in this exhibition was Dorothy Worden, whose masterpieces undoubtedly added an extra touch of elegance to this cultural event. Held in a field atop Lemon Street, this highly anticipated exhibition ran from July 25th for an entire month, attracting art enthusiasts from near and far. The historical significance of this photograph is further highlighted by an advertisement placed in The Cornishman on September 7th, 1893. It announces that materials used for constructing these temporary exhibition buildings would be sold via public auction on September 20th at The Green in Truro. This detail provides insight into both the transitory nature of such events during that era and their impact on local commerce. This glass lantern slide is part of a series documenting various aspects of the Fisheries Exhibition. With its focus on fishing and fisheries as well as occupations related to them, it offers a fascinating glimpse into Victorian-era Cornwall's vibrant maritime culture. From stunning seascapes to boats bobbing gently along coastal waters, these paintings captured not only artistic beauty but also celebrated Cornish heritage
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
