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Basset Road, Camborne, Cornwall. 1870s
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Basset Road, Camborne, Cornwall. 1870s
Photographer: Unknown
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
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Media ID 11492196
© From the collection of the RIC
Houses Pavement Pedestrians Road
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This print from the Royal Cornwall Museum takes us back in time to Basset Road, Camborne, Cornwall in the 1870s. The photographer remains unknown, but their lens has beautifully captured a snapshot of daily life during this era. The image showcases a quaint and bustling street scene filled with an array of fascinating details. The road is lined with cobblestones, worn down by countless footsteps and carriage wheels over the years. On either side stand rows of charming houses, each one unique in its architectural style and character. As we delve deeper into the photograph, we notice pedestrians strolling along the pavement. Men donning top hats and waistcoats walk alongside women adorned in long dresses and bonnets - a true reflection of Victorian fashion. Their presence adds life to the picture as they engage in conversations or hurry about their daily errands. There is an undeniable sense of community emanating from this image; it encapsulates a moment frozen in time where neighbors would exchange pleasantries on their way to work or while running errands. Basset Road offers us a glimpse into history - not just through its physical elements but also through its intangible atmosphere that transports us back more than 150 years ago. This print serves as a reminder of how much our surroundings can change over time while highlighting the enduring spirit of human connection within any given place.
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