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Poster Print : Four fishermen, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably 1860s-1870s
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Four fishermen, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably 1860s-1870s
The four fishermen are, from left to right: James Curtis (grandfather of Emma Oliver), Jack Langmaid, William Rowe and William Oliver. Taken at Osprey Cottage in the studio of Lewis Harding, using lobster pots as props to sit on. A 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.52
Media ID 19734761
© From the collection of the RIC
19th Century Clothing Coast Coastal Costume People
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the captivating "Four Fishermen of Polperro, Cornwall" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with the Royal Cornwall Museum. This evocative image captures the essence of a bygone era, featuring four intrepid fishermen - James Curtis, Jack Langmaid, William Rowe, and William Oliver - plying their trade in the picturesque fishing village of Polperro during the 1860s-1870s. Each figure is deeply engrossed in their work, their expressions reflecting the determination and resilience required for life on the sea. This stunning, high-quality poster print is an enchanting addition to any home or office, evoking the rich history and charm of Cornwall's coastal communities.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a timeless moment in the coastal village of Polperro, Cornwall, during the 1860s-1870s. Four weathered fishermen proudly pose for the camera, their rugged faces telling tales of a life spent at sea. From left to right, we see James Curtis, whose lineage includes Emma Oliver's grandfather; Jack Langmaid; William Rowe; and William Oliver. Taken at Osprey Cottage in Lewis Harding's studio, this image exudes authenticity as lobster pots are cleverly used as props for them to sit on. The attention to detail is remarkable - every fold and crease in their traditional clothing speaks volumes about their trade and way of life. This photographic print comes from "The History of Polperro" manuscript by Thomas Q. Couch (1878), which builds upon Jonathan Couch's earlier work published in 1871. It serves as an invaluable visual documentation of the era when fishing was not just an occupation but a way of existence along these Cornish shores. Transporting us back to the 19th century with its cornish charm and coastal backdrop, this image evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when communities relied on the bounties that the sea provided. It reminds us that behind every photograph lies countless untold stories waiting to be discovered.
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