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Metal Print : Kennall Vale Mill, Stithians, Cornwall. 1966
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Kennall Vale Mill, Stithians, Cornwall. 1966
A view of the mill buildings and cottage by the road bridge over the River Kennall. The river once turned over forty water wheels for various mills along the valley including a foundry, a paper mill and numerous gunpowder mills. Photographer: Charles Woolf
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : MSTIk.1
Media ID 18449260
© RIC, photographer Charles Woolf
Vernacular Architecture Water Work
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Experience the rich history of Cornwall with our Media Storehouse Metal Print featuring the iconic Kennall Vale Mill, Stithians. Captured in 1966 by the Royal Cornwall Museum, this timeless image showcases the picturesque mill buildings and quaint cottage nestled by the road bridge over the River Kennall. Once home to over forty water wheels, this site played a significant role in the industrial history of the valley. Bring this piece of Cornwall's past into your home and add a unique, vintage touch to your decor with our high-quality Metal Print. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium metal sheets coated with a durable, scratch-resistant finish, ensuring a long-lasting and vibrant display of this stunning image.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from 1966 showcases the historic Kennall Vale Mill, nestled in the picturesque village of Stithians, Cornwall. The image captures a view of the mill buildings and a charming cottage by the road bridge that spans over the tranquil River Kennall. A testament to Cornwall's rich industrial heritage, this scene reveals how water power once fueled over forty water wheels along this valley. The architectural beauty of these structures is evident in their vernacular design, reflecting both functionality and local craftsmanship. These industrial villages were hubs of activity, bustling with workers who played integral roles in various mills scattered throughout the valley. From foundries to paper mills and even gunpowder mills, each industry relied on the mighty river for its operations. Photographed by Charles Woolf, this print serves as a visual time capsule capturing an era when manual labor was at its peak. It transports us back to a time where communities thrived on hard work and innovation while being deeply connected to their natural surroundings. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, let us appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also reflect on our predecessors' dedication and ingenuity. This photograph reminds us of Cornwall's deep-rooted history as an industrial powerhouse driven by water power—a legacy that continues to shape our understanding of this beautiful region today.
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