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The Bathing Pool, Porthtowan, Cornwall. Around 1920s
Filename: TRURI-PWNgv-18.tiff
Size: 5822 x 9376 (56MB)
Date: 5th March 2016
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.287973, -5.233912
© From the collection of the RIC
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
The Bathing Pool, Porthtowan, Cornwall. Around 1920s
A view of the Victorian tidal pool with bathers. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : PWNgv.18
Media ID 12083604
© From the collection of the RIC
Beach Buildings Cliffs Coast Coastal Suit Swimming Water Bathers Swim
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to the 1920s, capturing a picturesque scene of "The Bathing Pool" in Porthtowan, Cornwall. The image showcases a Victorian tidal pool nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty. As our gaze wanders across the frame, we are greeted by towering cliffs that stand as silent sentinels against the crashing waves of the Cornish sea. In this snapshot frozen in time, bathers can be seen enjoying a refreshing swim within the confines of this idyllic coastal haven. Their vintage swimming suits and carefree expressions evoke an era long gone but not forgotten. The photographer's identity remains shrouded in mystery, yet their ability to capture such candid moments is undeniable. The composition expertly balances human activity with nature's grandeur; buildings dotting the coastline serve as reminders of civilization harmoniously coexisting with its surroundings. The ebb and flow of tides add rhythm to this coastal symphony while inviting beachgoers to revel in its embrace. As we delve into this historical gem, it is important to appreciate its significance beyond commercial use. This photograph serves as a portal into Cornwall's rich heritage—a testament to how generations have sought solace and joy along these shores throughout history. Through this single image, we are transported back decades ago—immersing ourselves in an era where simplicity reigned supreme and where even mundane activities like swimming held an air of elegance.
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