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Antique Framed Print : Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Framed Photos from Royal Cornwall Museum
Market Square, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A fairground type traction engine in Market Square (or Commercial Square) with several men and children gathered to look at it. Photographer: Unknown
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : JUPpo.20
Media ID 19329729
© From the collection of the RIC
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.6cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the early 1900s takes us back in time to Market Square, nestled in the charming town of St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. The focal point of this snapshot is an impressive fairground type traction engine that has captured the attention of several men and children who have gathered around it with curiosity and awe. The photographer remains unknown, but their skillful composition allows us a glimpse into a moment frozen in history. The bustling atmosphere of Market Square comes alive through this image, as locals engage with one another against a backdrop of quaint shops and buildings. The presence of the traction engine adds an element of excitement and entertainment to this otherwise ordinary scene. Its towering wheels and intricate machinery serve as a testament to human ingenuity during that era. As we delve into the details, we can't help but notice the joyous expressions on both young faces and weathered ones alike. It is evident that this spectacle has brought together people from all walks of life - creating a sense of unity within this tight-knit community. This remarkable photograph not only captures an extraordinary moment but also preserves Cornish heritage for generations to come. It reminds us how even simple events like these could bring immense delight to townsfolk at that time. Through its lens, we are transported back to an era where such sights were cherished by all who witnessed them – moments forever etched in history's tapestry.
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