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Prussia Cove looking seaward, St Hilary, Cornwall. Around 1925
Filename: TRURI-1990-2-12-85.tiff
Size: 4031 x 4007 (3.7MB)
Date: 12th May 2016
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.130287, -5.418129
© From the collection of the RIC
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Prussia Cove looking seaward, St Hilary, Cornwall. Around 1925
Prussia Cove is named after a smuggler, John Carter, who referred to himself as the King of Prussia. Glass lantern slide from a lecture, entitled Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots, given by Cornishman and amateur photographer, Major Arthur William Gill, in around 1925. He was well known in Cornwall and elsewhere during the 1920s and 1930s for his presentations of stills and cine film to many groups including The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society and the London Cornish Society. The quarter plate slides which he took prolifically with his ordinary camera are, in many cases, colour. These were painted by his own hand to great effect
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TRURI : 1990.2.12.85
Media ID 12082590
© From the collection of the RIC
Boats Fisherman Sailor Slipway
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the timeless beauty of Prussia Cove, located in St Hilary, Cornwall. Taken around 1925 by Major Arthur William Gill, a renowned Cornishman and amateur photographer, this glass lantern slide was part of his lecture series titled "Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots". Prussia Cove derives its name from the infamous smuggler John Carter, who proudly called himself the King of Prussia. The image showcases a picturesque view of the cove as it stretches seaward, with boats gently bobbing on the water's surface. A slipway stands prominently in the foreground, serving as a gateway for sailors and fishermen to embark on their maritime adventures. Major Gill was highly regarded during the 1920s and 1930s for his presentations featuring both still photographs and cine films. His expertise earned him invitations to esteemed organizations such as The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and even the London Cornish Society. What makes Major Gill's work truly exceptional is his use of color in these quarter plate slides. Each slide was meticulously hand-painted by Gill himself to enhance their visual impact. This attention to detail brings out vibrant hues that breathe life into every scene captured through his ordinary camera. The photograph evokes a sense of tranquility and nostalgia while showcasing Prussia Cove's natural charm. It serves as an enduring testament to both Major Arthur William Gill's artistic talent and Cornwall's rich coastal heritage.
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