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Photographic 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
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print, featuring Bill Harvey mending a lobster pot in the picturesque village of Porthgwarra, Cornwall, circa 1903. Captured by an unknown photographer and now part of the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this timeless image transports you to a bygone era. Witness Bill, aged 58, in his element as he repairs his large lobster pot on the rocky shore, with a skate hanging in the tunnel entrance behind him. A perfect addition to any home or office, this photograph is not only a beautiful work of art but also a window into the past. Experience the rich history of Cornwall through the lens of our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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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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