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Mending Nets, West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition, Penzance, Cornwall. 29th August to 9th September 1884
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Mending Nets, West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition, Penzance, Cornwall. 29th August to 9th September 1884
A posed group of eight women wearing traditional costumes and carrying out tasks associated with the fishing industry. The handwritten caption underneath reads Costumes of Fish Women at Penzance Fishery Exhibition, 1884. The West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition was held in Penzance from Friday 29th August to Tuesday 9th September 1884. The photograph shows the style of dress of the period in good detail and shows the women mending nets with various devices. Photographer: Robert H. Preston
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TRURI : 2009.1.226
Media ID 19057145
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print captures a moment in time at the West Cornwall Fisheries Exhibition held in Penzance, Cornwall, from August 29th to September 9th, 1884. The image showcases a group of eight women dressed in traditional costumes associated with the fishing industry. Each woman is engrossed in mending nets using various tools and devices. The handwritten caption beneath the photograph reveals that these women are fish women from Penzance, highlighting their important role in the local fishery. Their attire reflects the fashion of the Victorian era, providing an intriguing glimpse into the style of dress during this period. The attention to detail captured by photographer Robert H. Preston allows us to appreciate not only their costumes but also their dedication and skill as they diligently repair each net. These hardworking ladies stand as a testament to both their livelihoods and the vibrant fishing community that thrived in West Cornwall. This image transports us back to a time when shows and festivals were eagerly anticipated events for communities like Penzance. It serves as a reminder of occupations tied closely to commerce and trade, where men and women alike played vital roles. Preserved within Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this historical photograph offers valuable insight into Cornish heritage while celebrating these remarkable individuals who contributed so significantly to their local economy.
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