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Aerial view over Gyllyngvase and part of the docks. Cornwall. Around 1925
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Aerial view over Gyllyngvase and part of the docks. Cornwall. Around 1925
Cornishman and amateur photographer, Major Arthur William Gill, 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 some cases, painted by his own hand to great effect
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 1990.2.25
Media ID 11513587
© From the collection of the RIC
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This aerial view print, taken around 1925 by the esteemed Cornishman and amateur photographer Major Arthur William Gill, offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the stunning landscape of Gyllyngvase and part of the docks in Cornwall. Known for his exceptional presentations of stills and cine film, Major Gill was highly regarded during the 1920s and 1930s, sharing his remarkable work with various prestigious groups such as The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and the London Cornish Society. Using an ordinary camera to capture quarter plate slides prolifically, Major Gill's artistic touch shines through in this particular photograph. His meticulous attention to detail is evident as he expertly paints some of these slides by hand, creating a truly breathtaking effect that adds depth and vibrancy to his already impressive compositions. This print from the collection at Royal Cornwall Museum transports viewers back in time to witness an era when Cornwall's natural beauty merged seamlessly with its bustling maritime activity. From high above, one can marvel at the picturesque coastal town below while ships navigate their way through busy docks. It is important to note that this historical image should not be associated with any commercial use but rather appreciated as a testament to Major Arthur William Gill's immense talent and dedication to capturing Cornwall's charm from unique perspectives.
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