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Fisherman in Japanese costume, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
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Fisherman in Japanese costume, Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition, Truro, Cornwall. July to August 1893
Titled Japanese fisherman but evidently a local man wearing a kimono. The main exhibition site was a field at the top of Lemon Street and the exhibition ran from 25th July 1893 for a month. Number 35 in a series of glass lantern slides recording the Fisheries Exhibition. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : Sfish.65
Media ID 18942497
© From the collection of the RIC
Commerce Festivals Fishing And Fisheries Occupations Shows Victorian
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back to the summer of 1893, during the Cornwall County Fisheries Exhibition in Truro. The image showcases a fisherman dressed in an exquisite Japanese costume, adding a touch of exoticism to this local event. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes apparent that this "Japanese fisherman" is actually a Cornish man donning a kimono. The exhibition itself was held at a field on Lemon Street and lasted for an entire month, commencing on July 25th. This particular photograph is part of a series of glass lantern slides documenting various aspects of the Fisheries Exhibition. Intriguingly, we are left wondering about the identity of the photographer behind this snapshot frozen in time. Their name remains unknown but their skillful composition captures not only the unique attire worn by our local fisherman but also hints at the vibrant atmosphere surrounding fishing and fisheries during Victorian times. As we gaze upon this historical gem, we are transported back to an era where shows and festivals like these were eagerly anticipated by communities seeking entertainment and commerce opportunities. It serves as both a testament to our rich maritime heritage and as a reminder that even within small corners of England's coastlines, cultural diversity can be found flourishing amidst everyday occupations.
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