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Transporting flower boxes, Bryher, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall. 1910s
Filename: TRURI-2019-35-4.tiff
Size: 7619 x 6510 (49.6MB)
Date: 12th December 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 49.9361, 6.3228
© From the collection of the RIC
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Transporting flower boxes, Bryher, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall. 1910s
A view of a flower cart, with horse, beside a fishing boat on the shore line. Two men are loading flower boxes. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : 2019.35.4
Media ID 19728209
© From the collection of the RIC
Agriculture Farming Flower Industry Scillies Transport Water
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This print from the early 1910s transports us back in time to the picturesque Bryher, one of the enchanting Isles of Scilly nestled off the coast of Cornwall. The image showcases a harmonious blend of two vital industries that shaped this idyllic island: fishing and flower farming. In this snapshot, we witness a scene brimming with activity and rustic charm. A magnificent horse-drawn cart laden with vibrant flower boxes stands proudly beside a weathered fishing boat resting on the shoreline. Two diligent men are meticulously loading these precious cargo onto their respective vessels, each box carefully cradling nature's delicate creations. The significance of this moment lies in its portrayal of how interconnected these seemingly disparate trades were during that era. The fertile lands surrounding Bryher provided an ideal environment for cultivating beautiful blooms, which became an essential part of Cornwall's flourishing flower industry. Transporting these floral treasures by water was not only practical but also poetic—a testament to the symbiotic relationship between land and sea. This photograph immortalizes not just a fleeting moment but also captures the essence of Cornish agriculture and transport practices at that time. As we gaze upon this historical gem captured by an unknown photographer, we are reminded of our deep-rooted connection to nature and how it has always played a pivotal role in shaping communities like Bryher—where flowers bloomed alongside bountiful seas—and continues to do so today.
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