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The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall (engraving)
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The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall (engraving)
1607690 The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 September 1854.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23001888
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
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This engraving titled "The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry, near Cadgwith, Cornwall" takes us back to the 19th century and offers a glimpse into the coastal beauty of Cornwall. The image showcases the rugged coastline of Cadgwith with its dramatic cliffs meeting the crashing waves of the sea. The focal point of this print is undoubtedly the quarry itself, where workers can be seen extracting serpentine stone from deep within the earth. The quarry stands as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in harnessing nature's resources for practical use. The artist skillfully captures both the grandeur of nature and man's impact on it. The jagged rocks jutting out from beneath turquoise waters create an awe-inspiring scene that reminds us of Earth's raw power. At the same time, we witness how humans have shaped this landscape through their laborious efforts. "The Lizard Serpentine Signal-Staff Quarry" not only serves as a visual delight but also provides historical context. Originally published in The Illustrated London News in September 1854, this engraving allows us to travel back in time and experience firsthand what life was like during that era. Bridgeman Images has once again curated a remarkable piece that transports viewers to another time and place – one filled with natural wonders and human triumphs along Cornwall's mesmerizing coastline.
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