Gathering seaweed, Mounts Bay

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Gathering seaweed, Mounts Bay

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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans

Gathering Michaels Mount Mounts Seaweed

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is a captivating vintage photograph from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection, available through Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time to the late Victorian or Edwardian era, as depicted by the old-fashioned attire of the figures in the scene and the use of a lantern slide. The photograph captures a group of women, dressed in long skirts and bonnets, carefully gathering seaweed along the rocky shoreline of Mounts Bay in Cornwall, England. The bay, known for its natural beauty and abundant marine life, is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike. The women work diligently, their backs bent as they carefully select the seaweed, likely for use as fertilizer or for other household purposes. The seaweed is piled high in baskets, waiting to be transported back to the shore. In the background, the rolling waves crash against the rocks, adding a sense of movement and energy to the scene. The photograph is imbued with a sense of nostalgia and wonder, inviting us to imagine the lives of these women and the daily rituals that brought them to the shore. The use of a lantern slide adds an extra layer of intrigue, as it suggests that this image was once projected onto a screen for viewing, perhaps as part of a travelogue or educational presentation. Overall, "Gathering Seaweed, Mounts Bay" is a beautiful and evocative glimpse into the past, offering a window into a time when life was more closely connected to the natural world.

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