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Postcard : Picnic party on Cliffs, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably early 1860s
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Picnic party on Cliffs, Polperro, Cornwall. Probably early 1860s
Unidentified group in their Sunday best enjoying a picnic on the cliff on the east side of the harbour. Fishing nets can be seen draped over the Duke of Cornwall pier. Photographic print from the manuscript The History of Polperro by Thomas Q. Couch (1878), which expanded on Jonathan Couchs work of the same name, published in 1871. Photographer: Lewis Harding
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TRURI : POPhp.14a
Media ID 19734765
© From the collection of the RIC
19th Century Clothing Coast Coastal Costume People
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Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 15cm x 10.6cm (5.9" x 4.2")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Captured in the early 1860s, this print takes us back to a picturesque picnic party on the cliffs of Polperro, Cornwall. The unidentified group, dressed in their Sunday best attire, radiates joy and contentment as they bask in the stunning coastal scenery. Nestled on the east side of the harbor, they find solace amidst nature's beauty. The Duke of Cornwall pier stands adorned with fishing nets, a testament to the village's deep-rooted maritime heritage. As waves crash against rugged cliffs below them, these individuals revel in each other's company and relish their delectable feast spread out before them. Preserved within Lewis Harding's photographic lens is not just an image but a glimpse into history itself. This print originates from Thomas Q. Couch’s manuscript "The History of Polperro" published in 1878 as an expansion upon Jonathan Couch's earlier work. Beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a narrative that transcends time; it speaks volumes about Cornish culture and traditions during the 19th century. The intricacies of their clothing reflect societal norms while also showcasing individuality through personal style choices. This evocative photograph transports us to an era long gone but forever cherished at Royal Cornwall Museum—a window into a bygone age where picnics were treasured moments shared amongst loved ones against breathtaking coastal backdrops.
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