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St Michael Penkivel church, Cornwall. Around 1925
Major Arthur William Gills car is in the foreground. St Michael Penkivel church contains four altars, one of which is in the tower. 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. Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture. © From the collection of the RIC
TRURI : 1990.2.12.28
Media ID 11490366
Filename: TRURI-1990-2-12-28.tiff
Size: 4339 x 4382 (57MB)
Date: 17th December 2015
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.240077, -5.004899
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This print showcases the enchanting St Michael Penkivel church in Cornwall, dating back to around 1925. The foreground of the image features a remarkable sight - Major Arthur William Gill's car, adding a touch of vintage charm to the scene. St Michael Penkivel church is renowned for its four altars, one of which can be seen within the tower. This architectural gem has been beautifully captured on a glass lantern slide from Major Gill's lecture titled "Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots". As an esteemed Cornishman and passionate amateur photographer, Major Gill was widely recognized during the 1920s and 1930s for his enthralling presentations of both still photographs and cine films. Major Gill's quarter plate slides were particularly noteworthy as they were often hand-painted by him in vibrant colors, creating stunning visual effects. His artistic talent truly shines through in this exquisite photograph. The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and London Cornish Society were among the many groups fortunate enough to witness Major Gill's captivating presentations. His passion for capturing the beauty of Cornwall resonated with audiences far and wide. This particular print is part of Tregothnan Estate's collection in Cornwall. It serves as a testament to Major Arthur William Gill's exceptional skill as both a photographer and an artist.
