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On the coast near Cadgwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Filename: TRURI-CADgv-25.tiff
Size: 8324 x 6082 (51MB)
Date: 24th January 2017
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 49.987834, -5.18169
© From the collection of the RIC
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
On the coast near Cadgwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A man stands barefooted by a small boat tied to some rocks on the coast near Cadgwith. Photographer: Canon Henry Holroyd Mills
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TRURI : CADgv.25
Media ID 13253033
© From the collection of the RIC
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from the early 1900s, we are transported to the picturesque coast near Cadgwith in Cornwall. The image captures a serene moment as a man stands barefooted by a small boat, gently tied to some rocks along the rugged shoreline. The tranquil scene is beautifully framed by the vast expanse of the sea and towering cliffs that surround him. With his feet planted firmly on the cool sand, he appears at ease and connected with nature's raw beauty. Photographer Canon Henry Holroyd Mills skillfully captures not only the physical landscape but also conveys a sense of timelessness through his lens. The black and white tones add an air of nostalgia, transporting us back to an era when life moved at a slower pace. This photograph serves as a window into Cornwall's rich maritime heritage, where fishing boats like these were essential for livelihoods along its coastal communities. It invites us to reflect on simpler times when people relied on their skills and resourcefulness to navigate these treacherous waters. As we admire this remarkable piece from Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, let it remind us of our deep connection with nature and how it continues to shape our lives today.
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