Corbiere Lighthouse, Jersey, Victorian period

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Corbiere Lighthouse, Jersey, Victorian period

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Channel Corbiere Jersey Lighthouse

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Step back in time with this image of Corbiere Lighthouse in Jersey, Channel Islands, during the Victorian period. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us to an era of elegance and romance. The lighthouse, standing proudly against the backdrop of the turbulent English Channel, is a testament to the ingenuity and resilience of the Victorian age. Its distinctive red and white stripes, along with the intricate design of the lantern and the ornate ironwork, reflect the attention to detail and craftsmanship of the time. The photograph, likely taken as a lantern slide for use in Victorian lantern shows, captures the rugged beauty of the Corbiere headland and the vast expanse of the sea. The dark, moody sky adds a sense of drama and mystery to the scene, while the lighthouse beacon pierces the gloom, a beacon of hope and safety for sailors navigating the treacherous waters of the English Channel. The Victorian period, with its emphasis on exploration and discovery, saw a surge in the construction of lighthouses around the world. Corbiere Lighthouse, completed in 1868, was one of many such structures built to aid mariners and ensure the safety of shipping lanes. This vintage photograph is a window into the past, offering a glimpse of a bygone era and the rich history of Jersey and the Channel Islands. It is a reminder of the power of photography to transport us to another time and place, and to inspire wonder and curiosity about the world around us.

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