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Portmellon, Mevagissey, Cornwall. 5th June 1909
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Portmellon, Mevagissey, Cornwall. 5th June 1909
Interior shot of the machinery in Kings net making works being operated by a man and a woman. In the 1980s the building was known as The Flats, behind the Rising Sun Inn. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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Step back in time to the early 20th century with this print captured on the 5th of June, 1909. Transport yourself to Portmellon, Mevagissey, Cornwall and witness a remarkable scene unfold within the walls of King's net making works. As you gaze upon this interior shot, your eyes are drawn to the intricate machinery that fills the room. With skilled precision, a man and a woman operate these fascinating contraptions, their hands moving swiftly as they weave together strands of netting. This snapshot offers us a glimpse into an era when craftsmanship and hard work were at the heart of coastal communities like Portmellon. The dedication and expertise required for such delicate tasks is evident in every detail captured by photographer Herbert Hughes. Fast forward several decades later to the 1980s, where this very building transformed into 'The Flats, ' nestled behind the charming Rising Sun Inn. It serves as a reminder of how our surroundings evolve over time while still preserving fragments of history within their walls. Cornwall's rich heritage in netting is beautifully showcased here; it symbolizes not only an industry but also represents generations who relied on its trade for sustenance and livelihoods. As we admire this photograph from Royal Cornwall Museum today, let us appreciate those who came before us - men and women whose labor shaped coastal communities like Portmellon.
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