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Poster Print : Two crowded horse buses in Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Two crowded horse buses in Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
The horse buses in Market Square (or Commercial Square) are crowded with men, women and children wearing their best clothes. They are probably going on some form of outing. Part of the A.K. Hamilton Jenkin collection. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : JUPct.34
Media ID 15116135
© From the collection of the RIC
20x30 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our captivating selection from the Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints. This vintage image, sourced from the Royal Cornwall Museum, transports you to the early 1900s with a bustling scene of Market Square in St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Two horse-drawn buses are filled to capacity, carrying men, women, and children dressed in their finest attire. The lively energy and sense of community spirit are palpable in this charming photograph. Add this nostalgic piece to your walls and let the stories of the past come alive in your home."
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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 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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
This print from the early 1900s showcases a bustling scene in Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Two horse buses dominate the frame as they stand amidst a sea of people dressed in their finest attire. Men, women, and children eagerly await their journey, exuding an air of excitement and anticipation. The vibrant energy captured within this image suggests that these individuals are embarking on some sort of outing or adventure. Perhaps it is a Sunday tradition for families to gather together and explore the beautiful Cornish countryside. The charm of this snapshot lies not only in its historical significance but also in the timeless joy radiating from each face. Although the photographer remains unknown, we owe them our gratitude for preserving this moment frozen in time. This remarkable piece belongs to the esteemed A. K. Hamilton Jenkin collection at the Royal Cornwall Museum – a treasure trove of memories that allows us to delve into Cornwall's rich heritage. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we can't help but be transported back to an era when horse-drawn transportation was still prevalent and community outings were cherished events. It serves as a testament to how traditions evolve over time while reminding us of simpler days gone by - where camaraderie thrived amidst crowded horse buses traversing through picturesque squares like Market Square in St Just Penwith.
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