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Fine Art Print : Porthleven Harbour and Town, Cornwall, 1933
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Porthleven Harbour and Town, Cornwall, 1933
A view of Porthleven Harbour and Town in Cornwall, taken in July 1933. The image shows the quay on the far side of the harbour and the Old Lifeboat House with its slipway in the foreground
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 32400427
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1933 Cornwall Harbour Holidaymakers Quay Summer Swimmers Lifeboat House Porthleven
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite fine art print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring a captivating view of Porthleven Harbour and Town in Cornwall, as it looked in July 1933. This vintage photograph, sourced from the STEAM Museum of the GWR, showcases the quaint charm of the harbor with its old lifeboat house and slipway in the foreground. Bring the history and beauty of Porthleven into your home with this stunning, museum-quality print.
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 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
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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This print transports us back to the picturesque coastal town of Porthleven in Cornwall, during the sunny summer of 1933. The image captures a stunning view of Porthleven Harbour and Town, showcasing its timeless beauty and charm. In the foreground, we are drawn to the Old Lifeboat House with its slipway, standing as a testament to the town's maritime history. Its weathered facade tells stories of brave sailors who once called this place home. As we gaze further into the photograph, our eyes are met with a bustling quay on the far side of the harbour. It is alive with activity - fishermen unloading their catch, holidaymakers strolling along its edges, and perhaps even swimmers taking advantage of Cornwall's inviting waters. The scene exudes an air of tranquility mixed with excitement; it encapsulates everything that makes Porthleven such a beloved destination for both locals and visitors alike. The soft hues and gentle waves captured in this snapshot transport us to simpler times when life seemed slower-paced yet filled with joyous moments. As we admire this historical gem from STEAM Museum of GWR, let us be reminded that photographs have an incredible power to preserve memories and transport us through time. This particular image serves as a window into Porthleven's past - an invitation for us to appreciate its rich heritage while igniting our own sense of wanderlust for exploration in this enchanting corner of Cornwall.
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