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Photographic Print : The outer harbour approach with boats off Chapel Rock, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably 1860s-1870s
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The outer harbour approach with boats off Chapel Rock, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably 1860s-1870s
A view of the harbour approach with fishing boats moored off Chapel Rock, also known as Peak Rock. The photograph is taken from the outer harbour wall, with men and boys and possibly Jonathan Couch, the doctor, seated centre in the stove-pipe hat. Photographic print from the manuscript The History of Polperro by Thomas Q. Couch (1878), which expanded on Jonathan Couchs work of the same name, published in 1871. Photographer: Lewis Harding
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TRURI : POPhp.24
Media ID 19734729
© From the collection of the RIC
19th Century Clothing Coast Coastal Costume People
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the outer harbour approach at Polperro, Cornwall, circa 1860s-1870s. Witness the charm of this quaint fishing village as boats gently bob against Chapel Rock, or Peak Rock, with men and boys tending to their nets. This stunning vintage photograph, taken from the outer harbour wall, offers a glimpse into the past and transports you to a bygone era. A perfect addition to any home or office, this high-quality print is a must-have for history enthusiasts, photograph collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty of the Cornish coast.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the bustling outer harbour approach of Polperro, Cornwall. The scene showcases fishing boats gracefully moored off Chapel Rock, also known as Peak Rock. As we peer through time, our eyes are drawn to the men and boys dotting the landscape, engaged in their maritime activities. Among them sits a distinguished figure wearing a stove-pipe hat - possibly Jonathan Couch, the esteemed doctor of Polperro. The photograph captures an authentic moment frozen in time from Lewis Harding's lens. It is part of the photographic print collection derived from Thomas Q. Couch's manuscript "The History of Polperro" published in 1878 as an expansion on Jonathan Couch's earlier work with the same name. Cornish coastal life unfolds before our eyes within this image; its charm emanates from every detail captured by Harding's camera. The rugged beauty of Cornwall's coast serves as a stunning backdrop for this snapshot into history. The attire worn by individuals in this photograph reflects the fashion trends prevalent during that era. As we delve into this remarkable piece of visual heritage preserved at Royal Cornwall Museum, we are transported to another time and place - one where fishing was not only an occupation but also an integral part of community life along these shores.
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