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Cor Ellen a beachcomber on the island of Texel
Cor Ellen a beachcomber on the island of Texel in the Dutch Fresian Islands in the North Sea. Cor opened the Jutter Museum on the island and did all his beachcombing using his old butchers bicycle. First published Saga Magazine. See also PD000683 - ME No.12547768 for earlier BW image Date: 1994
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1990s Beachcomber Bicycle Bike Cold Dusk Dutchman Ellen Lighthouse Texel Twilight Wrecker Beachcombing Fresian
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In this evocative photograph, Cor Ellen, a dedicated beachcomber, is seen pedaling his old butcher's bicycle along the windswept coast of Texel, an island in the Dutch Fresian Islands in the North Sea. The sun is setting, casting a golden glow over the churning waves and the distant lighthouse, as Cor continues his daily search for treasures washed up on the shore. Cor, a local Dutchman, had a deep connection to the island and its history. He was known as the "Jutter" or "Wrecker" of Texel, a title given to those who made their living salvaging items from shipwrecks and the sea. Cor opened the Jutter Museum on the island, showcasing his extensive collection of finds, which included pottery, glass, and other intriguing objects. Despite the cold and unforgiving conditions of the North Sea, Cor's passion for beachcombing never wavered. He would brave the elements on his trusty butcher's bicycle, which he used to explore the island's coastline. The bicycle, with its large wicker basket in the front, was the perfect companion for his treasure hunts. This photograph captures the essence of Cor's dedication and the raw beauty of Texel's coastline. The image evokes a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time and the allure of the unknown treasures that lie hidden in the sands. The scene is reminiscent of a bygone era, with the lighthouse standing sentinel against the night sky and the twilight casting long shadows over the beach. This powerful image, taken in the 1990s, is a testament to Cor's enduring love for the sea and the wonders it holds.
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