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N. View of the Ruins of Clomines, Co. Wexford, 1791. Creator: Thomas Cook
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N. View of the Ruins of Clomines, Co. Wexford, 1791. Creator: Thomas Cook
N. View of the Ruins of Clomines, Co. Wexford, 1791. Clonmines, on the south-west coast of County Wexford, Ireland, the site of the finest example in Ireland of a deserted medieval borough. Sandbars had rendered the port unnavigable by the 17th century. From the " Gentlemans Magazine", November 1791
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Abandoned Cook Deserted Ireland Port Thomas Cook County Wexford Wexford
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This photo print, titled "N. View of the Ruins of Clomines, Co. Wexford, 1791" takes us back to the abandoned medieval borough of Clonmines in County Wexford, Ireland. The image showcases the desolate beauty of this once bustling coastal town that fell victim to sandbars rendering its port unnavigable by the 17th century. Thomas Cook's engraving captures a hauntingly serene landscape where nature has reclaimed what was once a thriving trade hub. The ruins stand as silent witnesses to centuries gone by, their crumbling walls telling tales of forgotten lives and lost opportunities. In this image, we see an array of birds gracefully soaring above the ruins - a poignant reminder that life persists even amidst decay. Their presence adds a touch of ethereal charm to this eighteenth-century scene. The composition highlights both the architectural grandeur and natural surroundings that made Clonmines such an important location in its heyday. It invites viewers to contemplate how time can transform prosperous harbors into ghostly remnants. As we gaze upon this historical artifact from Thomas Cook's collection in the "Gentleman's Magazine" from November 1791, we are transported back in time and reminded of our connection with past civilizations. This photograph serves as a powerful testament to human impermanence while also celebrating nature's resilience against all odds.
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