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Fine Art Print : Fish barrels, Great Yarmouth, early 1900s
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Fish barrels, Great Yarmouth, early 1900s
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Media ID 32386074
© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
Barrels Docks Herring Yarmouth
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating Fine Art Print from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available at Media Storehouse. Witness the rich history of Great Yarmouth's fishing industry in this evocative image of fish barrels from the early 1900s. The intricate details of the weathered barrels and the atmospheric setting transport you to a bygone era. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a unique touch to your decor. Order your Fine Art Print today from Media Storehouse through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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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This evocative photograph, captured in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into the bustling fishing community of Great Yarmouth, a historic coastal town in England. The scene unfolds at the docks, where the briny scent of the sea mingles with the smoky aroma of wood fires and the salty tang of fish. In the foreground, a jumble of fish barrels, their wooden frames weathered and worn, are piled high, waiting to be filled with the day's catch. The herring fishery was a vital industry in Great Yarmouth during this period, and the town was renowned for its large fleet of fishing boats and thriving community of fishermen. The barrels, each holding up to 300 pounds of fish, were essential for preserving the catch, ensuring it could be transported to markets and consumers further afield. The photograph's vintage charm is further accentuated by the presence of a lantern slide, suggesting that this image was once projected onto a screen for an audience to enjoy. The use of lantern slides was a popular form of entertainment during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, allowing people to travel vicariously to distant places and witness scenes they may never have the opportunity to experience in person. As the sun sets over the harbor, the day's work comes to a close, and the fishermen begin to pack up their gear, preparing for another early morning at sea. This photograph captures a moment in time, a snapshot of a bygone era, and serves as a poignant reminder of the rich maritime history of Great Yarmouth and the vital role that fishing played in the lives of its people.
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