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Fine Art Print : Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903
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Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets, Porthgwarra, Cornwall. June 1903
" Is it worth mending?" Bill Harvey inspecting fishing nets surrounded by lobster pots in front of a thatched cottage at Porthgwarra. He was aged 58 when the photograph was taken. Bill is dressed in rubber boots and corduroy trousers, a knitted fishermans gansy and checked cap smoking his pipe. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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TRURI : PORgv.10
Media ID 14825126
© From the collection of the RIC
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Bill Harvey, a seasoned fisherman from Porthgwarra, Cornwall. Captured in June 1903 by the Royal Cornwall Museum, this timeless image finds Bill intently examining worn fishing nets, surrounded by lobster pots and the quaint thatched cottage that has been his home. With the sea as a backdrop, Bill ponders the question, "Is it worth mending?" This evocative print brings the rich history and tradition of Cornwall's fishing communities to your home, making it a stunning addition to any decor. Order now and let this piece of history tell its story in your space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Captured in the summer of 1903, this timeless photograph showcases Bill Harvey, a seasoned fisherman inspecting fishing nets against the picturesque backdrop of Porthgwarra, Cornwall. With a sense of purpose, he contemplates whether it is worth mending these vital tools that sustain his livelihood. Surrounded by stacks of lobster pots and standing proudly in front of a charming thatched cottage, Bill's weathered face tells tales of years spent at sea. At 58 years old when this image was taken, Bill embodies the resilience and dedication characteristic of Cornish fishermen. Dressed in rubber boots to brave the rugged coastline and corduroy trousers for practicality, he wears a knitted fisherman's gansy to shield himself from the chilly ocean breeze. His checked cap sits atop his head as if it were an extension of his identity. Photographer Herbert Hughes skillfully captures not only Bill's physical appearance but also his essence as he puffs on his pipe with contemplation. The composition evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times when fishing was more than just an industry; it was a way of life deeply ingrained in Cornwall's cultural heritage. This print serves as both a tribute to those who dedicated their lives to the Cornish fishing industry and as an invitation for us to reflect upon our own connection with nature and tradition.
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