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Zennor Cromlech, Cornwall. Summer 1858
Filename: TRURI-Azen-2.tiff
Size: 8498 x 6025 (53MB)
Date: 3rd August 2017
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.191901, -5.567729
© From the collection of the RIC
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Zennor Cromlech, Cornwall. Summer 1858
The Zennor Cromlech or Quoit with a man and two children. Photographer: Dr John Wheeley Gough Gutch
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TRURI : Azen.2
Media ID 13746441
© From the collection of the RIC
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back to a summer day in 1858, where we find ourselves standing before the magnificent Zennor Cromlech in Cornwall. The ancient stones of this prehistoric monument stand tall and proud against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, transporting us to an era long gone. Photographed by Dr John Wheeley Gough Gutch, this image captures not only the grandeur of the cromlech but also offers a glimpse into life during that time. In the foreground, we see a man accompanied by two children, their presence adding scale and perspective to these colossal stones. It is as if they are paying homage to this sacred site or perhaps simply marveling at its enigmatic beauty. The Zennor Cromlech itself is an awe-inspiring dolmen - one of those remarkable neolithic structures that have puzzled historians and archaeologists for centuries. Its purpose remains shrouded in mystery; was it a burial chamber or an ancient place of worship? Regardless, its significance cannot be denied. As we gaze upon this photograph print, we are reminded of our connection with history and how these monuments serve as reminders of our ancestors' ingenuity and reverence for nature. This image invites us to explore our own curiosity about prehistoric civilizations while appreciating the enduring power and allure of these timeless stone guardians.
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