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Photographic Print : Mr Attrill and his shell house, Cowes, Isle of Wight
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Mr Attrill and his shell house, Cowes, Isle of Wight
Mr Frederick James Attrill (1839-1926) at the age of 86 and his shell house, Cambridge Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight (given to him by Queen Victoria). It took 6 years to complete. Date: 1925
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Cambridge Cowes Frederick Isle Shell Wight
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the captivating history and charm of Mr. Frederick James Attrill's Shell House with this exquisite photograph from the Media Storehouse collection, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This rare image captures Mr. Attrill (1839-1926), at the age of 86, proudly standing in front of his remarkable creation - a house entirely made of shells, located on Cambridge Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight. A gift from Queen Victoria, the construction of this unique abode took six years to complete. Add a touch of history and intrigue to your home or office with this one-of-a-kind photographic print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.2cm x 35.5cm (8.7" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the enchanting figure of Mr Frederick James Attrill, a beloved local character of East Cowes on the Isle of Wight, at the ripe age of 86, standing proudly before his extraordinary creation: the Shell House. Built over the course of six years, the house on Cambridge Road was a labor of love and a testament to Attrill's unique artistic vision. A former marine painter, Attrill's passion for the sea and its treasures inspired him to decorate the exterior of his humble abode with an astonishing array of seashells. The Shell House, a true marvel of craftsmanship, is adorned with an estimated 20 million shells, meticulously arranged in intricate patterns and designs. The Shell House gained notoriety both locally and beyond, attracting visitors from far and wide. Among them was a very special guest – Queen Victoria, who was so captivated by Attrill's creation that she bestowed upon him a gift of a silver-gilt shell dish as a token of her admiration. The photograph, taken in 1925, immortalizes a moment in time when the Shell House stood as a symbol of creativity, perseverance, and the transformative power of art. Today, the Shell House remains a cherished piece of local history and a reminder of the extraordinary man who brought it to life.
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