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The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall. Around 1925
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The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall. Around 1925
The Keigwin Arms was the only house that survived the Spanish assault in 1595. The owner, John Keigwin was killed by one of the cannon balls which could be seen in the house. Glass lantern slide from a lecture, entitled Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots, given by Cornishman and amateur photographer, Major Arthur William Gill, in around 1925. He was well known in Cornwall and elsewhere during the 1920s and 1930s for his presentations of stills and cine film to many groups including The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society and the London Cornish Society. The quarter plate slides which he took prolifically with his ordinary camera are, in many cases, colour. These were painted by his own hand to great effect
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TRURI : 1990.2.12.99
Media ID 12082600
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This print showcases the historic Keigwin Arms in Mousehole, Cornwall, taken around 1925. The Keigwin Arms holds a remarkable tale of resilience as it stands as the sole survivor of the Spanish assault in 1595. Tragically, its owner John Keigwin met his untimely demise when struck by one of the cannon balls that can still be seen within the walls of this enduring house. The image itself is a glass lantern slide captured by Major Arthur William Gill, an esteemed Cornishman and passionate amateur photographer. Major Gill was renowned throughout Cornwall and beyond during the 1920s and 1930s for his enthralling presentations featuring both still photographs and cine films. His expertise extended to various prestigious groups such as The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and even the London Cornish Society. What sets Major Gill's work apart is his unique artistic touch. Using an ordinary camera, he prolifically took quarter plate slides which were then meticulously hand-painted with vibrant colors to create stunning visual effects. This particular photograph captures not only architectural beauty but also pays homage to Cornwall's rich history
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