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Back Quay and The Green, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s
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Back Quay and The Green, Truro, Cornwall. Early 1900s
This summer view, at high tide, is taken from Lemon Quay looking at the Back Quay side of the River Kenwyn. It gives a good view of The Green, with its surrounding trees and a line of washing drying in the breeze. A two masted topsail schooner lies alongside. Mute swans can be seen on the river with Truro School on the skyline. Photographer: Arthur Philp
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TRURI : TRUqbf.15
Media ID 19166953
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print takes us back in time to the early 1900s, capturing a picturesque summer view of Back Quay and The Green in Truro, Cornwall. The image, expertly captured by photographer Arthur Philp, showcases the charm and beauty of this historic city. The scene unfolds at high tide as we stand on Lemon Quay, gazing across the River Kenwyn towards Back Quay. Lush trees surround The Green, providing a tranquil backdrop for daily life in Truro. As our eyes wander further into the frame, we notice a line of laundry gently swaying in the breeze – evidence of domesticity amidst bustling city life. A magnificent two-masted topsail schooner gracefully rests alongside Back Quay's weathered stone walls. Its presence adds an air of maritime elegance to this vibrant harbor scene. Meanwhile, mute swans glide serenely along the river's surface while Truro School proudly stands tall on the distant skyline. This photograph is not just a glimpse into history; it encapsulates an era when Victorian and Edwardian influences shaped Cornish culture and commerce. It reminds us of Truro's significance as both a port town and a thriving city with its own unique character. As we admire this snapshot from yesteryear, let us appreciate how it transports us to simpler times while also celebrating Cornwall's rich heritage – forever frozen within this remarkable image from Royal Cornwall Museum.
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