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Photographic Print : St Keynes well, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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St Keynes well, Cornwall. Early 1900s
The well, much overgrown, with a cottage on the right hand side. St Keyne was a holy woman from Wales who lived as a hermit in Cornwall in the 5th century. The church and well are named after her. According to legend, whichever partner drinks from the will first will have the upper hand in marriage. There is a poem by Richard Southey " The well of St Keyne". Photographer: Unknown
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Media ID 15238860
© From the collection of the RIC
Churches Villages Legends Saints Wells
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of St Keynes Well, Cornwall, from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating image, captured in the early 1900s, showcases the overgrown well with a quaint cottage nestled to the right. The legend of St Keynes, a holy woman from Wales who lived as a hermit in Cornwall during the 5th century, comes to life through this stunning photograph. Add a touch of history and enchantment to your home or office with this beautiful, high-quality print.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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This print from the early 1900s showcases St Keynes well in Cornwall, a place steeped in history and legend. The image reveals an overgrown well with a quaint cottage nestled on its right-hand side. Named after St Keyne, a holy woman who resided as a hermit in Cornwall during the 5th century, both the church and well pay homage to her legacy. According to local folklore, drinking from this sacred spring would grant one partner dominance within their marriage. This intriguing belief has been immortalized through Richard Southey's poem "The Well of St Keyne" further adding to the mystique surrounding this enchanting site. The photographer responsible for capturing this moment remains unknown, yet their lens beautifully captures the essence of this Cornish village. The photograph transports us back in time, allowing us to witness nature reclaiming its territory around the once-vibrant well. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of how legends intertwine with reality and shape our understanding of places like St Keynes well. It serves as a testament to the enduring power that saints and holy sites hold within communities throughout history
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