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Single winch oyster dredge, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
Filename: TRURI-Sfish-42.tiff
Size: 7711 x 5809 (44.8MB)
Date: 2nd April 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.263195, -5.051041
© From the collection of the RIC
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Single winch oyster dredge, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
A view of the open fishing boat with fishing gear and winch, probably sitting on the River Kenwyn at Back Quay in Truro. The main exhibition site was a field at the top of Lemon Street and the exhibition ran from 25th July 1893 for a month. Number 7 in a series of glass lantern slides recording the Fisheries Exhibition. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : Sfish.42
Media ID 18842855
© From the collection of the RIC
Commerce Festivals Fishing And Fisheries Fishing Boats Occupations Shows Victorian Dredger Dredging
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time to the bustling fishing industry of Victorian Cornwall with this photo print. Taken during the renowned Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition in Truro, July to August 1893, it offers a glimpse into the daily life of fishermen and their remarkable tools. In this particular scene, we see a single winch oyster dredge resting on the tranquil waters of River Kenwyn at Back Quay. The open fishing boat is adorned with an array of fishing gear, showcasing the ingenuity and craftsmanship that went into these essential tools. The winch itself stands as a testament to human strength and determination, used to haul heavy loads from beneath the depths. The exhibition site was located at Lemon Street's summit, where locals and visitors alike gathered for a month-long celebration of Cornish fisheries. This glass lantern slide captures just one moment among many that showcased both traditional occupations and flourishing commerce within this vibrant coastal community. Although its photographer remains unknown, their work has immortalized an era defined by hardworking individuals who relied on dredging techniques like those depicted here. As you admire this print from Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, let your imagination transport you back to a time when festivals celebrated not only fish but also the resilience and resourcefulness of Victorian Cornish society.
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