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Priests Cove, Cape Cornwall, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Around 1900
Filename: TRURI-JUPcc-17.tiff
Size: 7928 x 6281 (49.8MB)
Date: 11th June 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.124487, -5.679125
© From the collection of the RIC
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Priests Cove, Cape Cornwall, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Around 1900
Priests Cove looking towards the slipway and boats. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : JUPcc.17
Media ID 15115925
© From the collection of the RIC
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the picturesque Priests Cove, nestled along the rugged coastline of Cape Cornwall. The year is approximately 1900, and the photographer remains unknown, leaving behind a mysterious aura that adds to the charm of this historical snapshot. The image showcases a breathtaking view of Priests Cove from an elevated vantage point. As our eyes wander across the frame, we are greeted by a quaint slipway leading down towards the glistening waters below. A cluster of traditional fishing boats rests peacefully on the shore, their colorful sails adding vibrancy against the backdrop of towering cliffs. Cornwall's rich maritime heritage comes alive through this photograph. It captures a moment frozen in time when local fishermen would set sail from this very spot in search of their daily catch. The rugged beauty of Cornwall's coastal landscape serves as both a protective barrier and an endless source of inspiration for those who call it home. As we delve into this historic scene, one cannot help but be transported to simpler times; where hardworking men cast their nets into treacherous waters while seagulls soared overhead. This print encapsulates not only Cornish history but also evokes emotions tied to community resilience and reliance on nature's bounty. Preserved within these frames lies an untold story waiting to be discovered by each viewer—a testament to human connection with land and sea that has endured throughout generations.
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