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Four boys on the quay, Portreath, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Four boys on the quay, Portreath, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Three boys pose for the camera while a fourth watches a passing steam vessel. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
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Capturing the essence of carefree summer days, this timeless print transports us back to the early 1900s in Portreath, Cornwall. Four boys stand on the quay, their youthful energy palpable even through black and white. Three of them strike a pose for the camera, their cornish swimsuits proudly displaying their love for coastal adventures. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, our attention is drawn to the fourth boy who stands slightly apart from his friends. His eyes are fixed on a passing steam vessel, its majestic presence captivating him completely. Perhaps he dreams of distant lands or thrilling voyages that lie beyond those shimmering waters. The photographer behind this remarkable image is Arthur William Jordan whose lens has immortalized these innocent moments forever. Through his skilled craftsmanship, he captures not just faces but emotions - joyous laughter and unbridled curiosity radiate from each young face. This print serves as a poignant reminder of simpler times when summers were spent exploring rugged coastlines and building sandcastles until dusk fell upon Portreath's shores. It encapsulates an era where friendships were forged amidst salty breezes and endless possibilities awaited around every corner. Displayed within the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this photograph invites us to step into history and relive cherished memories that continue to resonate with generations past and present.
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