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Launceston Castle, Cornwall. Around 1925
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Launceston Castle, Cornwall. Around 1925
The castle was also known as Castle Terrible and was fortified for King Charles, although subsequently lost and recovered. Glass lantern slide from a lecture, entitled Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots, given by Cornishman and amateur photographer, Major Arthur William Gill, in around 1925. He was well known in Cornwall and elsewhere during the 1920s and 1930s for his presentations of stills and cine film to many groups including The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society and the London Cornish Society. The quarter plate slides which he took prolifically with his ordinary camera are, in many cases, colour. These were painted by his own hand to great effect
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TRURI : 1990.2.12.62
Media ID 11490485
© From the collection of the RIC
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This print showcases the majestic Launceston Castle in Cornwall, taken around 1925. Also known as Castle Terrible, this historic fortress was once fortified for King Charles but had been lost and subsequently recovered over time. The image is a glass lantern slide from a lecture titled "Some Historic Cornish Beauty Spots" presented by Major Arthur William Gill, a renowned Cornishman and amateur photographer. Major Gill was widely recognized throughout Cornwall and beyond during the 1920s and 1930s for his exceptional presentations of both still photographs and cine films. He shared his passion for capturing the beauty of Cornwall with numerous groups, including The Royal Institution of Cornwall, Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society, and the London Cornish Society. What makes Major Gill's work truly remarkable is that many of his quarter plate slides were hand-painted by him to enhance their visual impact. These vibrant colors bring life to his ordinary camera shots, creating stunning images that leave viewers in awe. This particular photograph transports us back in time to witness the grandeur of Launceston Castle during its heyday. It serves as a testament to Major Gill's dedication to preserving historical landmarks through his artistic lens. This print not only captures the physical beauty of Castle Terrible but also reflects Major Gill's deep appreciation for Cornish heritage and his commitment to sharing it with others.
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