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Diving Float and Bathers, Cornwall, 1931
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Diving Float and Bathers, Cornwall, 1931
A GWR Publicity view of a diving float and a group of bathers in Cornwall, 1931. A diver is about to dive into the sea from the platform while a group of people wait for their turn. There is a steamboat and a yacht on the horizon
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19931665
© STEAM Museum of the GWR
1930s 1931 August Cornwall Summer Swimmers Swimming Water Bathers Dive
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the summer of 1931 in Cornwall. The image showcases a picturesque scene by the sea, where a diving float becomes the center of attention. Positioned on the edge of a wooden platform, an adventurous diver prepares to take a thrilling plunge into the glistening water below. Eagerly awaiting their turn, a group of bathers gathers nearby, their anticipation palpable. The charm of this snapshot lies not only in its depiction of leisurely activities but also in its subtle hints at maritime life. On the distant horizon, we catch sight of both a steamboat and an elegant yacht gracefully sailing through calm waters. These vessels add depth and character to an already idyllic setting. Transporting us back to simpler times, this photograph encapsulates the carefree spirit that defined summers during the 1930s. It invites us to imagine ourselves as partakers in this delightful scene – feeling the warmth of August sun on our skin and hearing laughter mingling with crashing waves. Preserved within these frames is not just an image frozen in time but also memories waiting to be relived. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from STEAM Museum's collection, we are reminded that moments like these transcend generations – forever capturing humanity's love affair with water and our enduring desire for adventure amidst nature's beauty.
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