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Fine Art Print : Fishing boats, Great Yarmouth a98_10885
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Fishing boats, Great Yarmouth a98_10885
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. The fishing fleet unloads onto the quay in the safety of the harbour. Boxes and barrels, many full of fish and ice, wait at the quayside to be taken to market. Photographed by Hallam Ashley, November 1947
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Media ID 1749383
© Historic England
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich maritime history of Great Yarmouth with this stunning Fine Art Print by Hallam Ashley from Historic England. Witness the hustle and bustle of the fishing fleet as they unload their catch onto the quay, surrounded by the safety of the harbor. Each box and barrel, brimming with fresh fish and ice, eagerly awaits its journey to market. Bring the timeless charm of the seaside town into your home with this exquisite, museum-quality print.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the hustle and bustle of Great Yarmouth's fishing fleet unloading their catch at the quay in November 1947. The harbor, a vital lifeline for the community, is filled with a flotilla of fishing boats, their sails furled and nets stowed, as they bring their daily haul to shore. The quayside is a scene of activity, with fishermen working together to unload the boats, boxes and barrels piled high with fresh fish and blocks of ice. The fish, a testament to the hard work and determination of the fishermen, will be taken to market to be sold and distributed to local shops and restaurants. The photograph, taken by renowned photographer Hallam Ashley, beautifully encapsulates the rich maritime heritage of Great Yarmouth and the importance of the fishing industry to the town and its people." "The photograph, titled 'Fishing boats, Great Yarmouth a98_10885', is a poignant reminder of the past, when the sea provided a livelihood for many, and the quayside was a hive of activity. It is a snapshot of a time when the rhythm of life was dictated by the tides and the seasons, and the community came together to support one another in their shared endeavors. The photograph is a treasure trove of history, and a reminder of the enduring connection between the people of Great Yarmouth and the sea." "The photograph, taken by Hallam Ashley for Historic England, is a valuable addition to the archives, preserving a moment in time that would otherwise be lost to history. It is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the people of Great Yarmouth, and a reminder of the important role that the fishing industry played in the town's past and continues to play today.
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