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Padstow area or St Merryn, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Padstow area or St Merryn, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Portrait of two women on the beach dress making. Photographer: Thomas Henry Williams
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
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Media ID 11554586
© From the collection of the RIC
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Captured in the early 1900s, this mesmerizing print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back to a bygone era in Padstow area or St Merryn, Cornwall. The image showcases two women gracefully engrossed in dressmaking on a picturesque beach. Photographer Thomas Henry Williams skillfully captures their concentration and camaraderie as they sit amidst the rugged beauty of Cornish rocks. The scene exudes an air of tranquility and simplicity, transporting us to a time when life moved at a slower pace. These women, dressed elegantly yet practically for their seaside task, epitomize the resilience and resourcefulness of coastal communities during that period. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a poignant reminder of the rich heritage and traditions woven into the fabric of Cornwall's history. It offers glimpses into daily life before modern conveniences took hold - where craftsmanship was cherished and moments spent with loved ones were treasured. This print is not just about aesthetics; it holds within its frame stories untold and memories long forgotten. It invites us to reflect on our own connection to our roots while marveling at how much has changed over generations. Let this remarkable piece transport you back to an era where nature's raw beauty met human ingenuity on sandy shores – an ode to timeless creativity captured through Thomas Henry Williams' lens.
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