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Portscatho harbour, Gerrans, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Portscatho harbour, Gerrans, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A view of the harbour at low tide, from the boat slip to the breakwater and the sea. A number of small boats are drawn up on the slip and others in the harbour. On the left of the picture a woman sits on the steps, two men sit in a lean-too shelter, while below them a photographer takes a picture of a women and a girl next to some crab pots. A man stands at the end of the breakwater. An artists easel and stool stand abandoned on the harbour beach. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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TRURI : GERps.6
Media ID 13300525
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Capturing the Essence of Portscatho - A Glimpse into Early 1900s Cornwall
EDITORS COMMENTS
. Step back in time with this print of Portscatho harbour, Gerrans, Cornwall, taken in the early 1900s. Transport yourself to a serene moment when the tide was low and life unfolded at its own unhurried pace. In this beautifully composed image, we witness a scene brimming with activity and tranquility. Small boats rest on the slip while others dot the harbor waters. On the left side of the frame, a woman finds solace on stone steps as two men seek shelter under a lean-too structure nearby. Below them, an enthusiastic photographer captures a candid moment between a woman and her young companion amidst crab pots. The breakwater stands tall against crashing waves as one lone figure gazes out towards the vast sea beyond. An artist's easel and stool lie abandoned on the sandy beach—a testament to creative endeavors interrupted by daily life. Photographer Arthur William Jordan skillfully freezes this slice of history for us to cherish today. His lens transports us not only through space but also through time—allowing us to immerse ourselves in an era long gone yet forever preserved within these delicate emulsions. This remarkable print from Royal Cornwall Museum offers more than just visual delight; it beckons us to explore our connection with heritage and appreciate how even mundane moments can hold profound significance.
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