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The West Pier, St Ives, Cornwall. 1920s
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The West Pier, St Ives, Cornwall. 1920s
Fishermen with crab pots and lines on the West Pier in St Ives. In the background a motor vehicle can be seen with the plate CV6420, a Truro registration made between 1903 and 1931 Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : IVShs.59
Media ID 12257914
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back to the vibrant coastal town of St Ives in the 1920s. The image showcases a bustling scene on the iconic West Pier, where hardworking fishermen are seen tending to their crab pots and lines. Their weathered faces tell tales of countless hours spent at sea, braving the unpredictable Cornish waters in search of a bountiful catch. Intriguingly, amidst this maritime tableau stands an early motor vehicle, providing a fascinating glimpse into transportation history. With its distinctive registration plate CV6420, we can deduce that it hails from Truro and was manufactured between 1903 and 1931. This juxtaposition of traditional fishing practices with emerging modernity encapsulates the evolving times during which this photograph was taken. The composition is masterfully captured by photographer Arthur William Jordan, who skillfully frames both human activity and mechanical progress against the picturesque backdrop of St Ives' coastline. The towering cornish crane looms majestically behind them all – a symbol of industry and resilience that has defined this region for centuries. As we immerse ourselves in this snapshot from yesteryears, we are transported not only to a specific time but also to an atmosphere filled with salty air, camaraderie among fishermen, and echoes of waves crashing against rugged cliffs. It serves as a poignant reminder that even as technology advances relentlessly forward, there will always be something timeless about Cornwall's rich heritage and its deep
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