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A Darracq motor car. Probably photographed on the open moor between Chun and Men-an-Tol, near Penzance, Cornwall. 1911
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A Darracq motor car. Probably photographed on the open moor between Chun and Men-an-Tol, near Penzance, Cornwall. 1911
Photograph entitled " The Motor on the Roadside" of a Darracq 25/30, registered in October 1910 to J.T. Taylors Garage, Penzance: registration number AF 599. Herbert Hughes is driving and John Charles Burrow is sitting in the back on the right. The vehicle was probably hired in Penzance. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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This print takes us back in time to the open moor between Chun and Men-an-Tol, near Penzance, Cornwall in 1911. The focal point of the image is a magnificent Darracq motor car, proudly standing on the roadside. With its sleek design and powerful engine, this Darracq 25/30 exudes elegance and sophistication. Registered in October 1910 to J. T. Taylors Garage in Penzance with the registration number AF 599, this particular vehicle was captured during an adventurous journey through the picturesque Cornish landscape. Behind the wheel sits Herbert Hughes, confidently steering his way through rugged terrain while John Charles Burrow enjoys a comfortable ride at the back on the right side. It is believed that this remarkable automobile was hired from Penzance for this memorable expedition. The photographer himself, Herbert Hughes, skillfully captures not only the beauty of nature surrounding them but also immortalizes their joyous motoring experience. This photograph serves as a testament to both technological progress and human curiosity during that era. It reminds us of how far we have come since then while evoking nostalgia for simpler times when exploring new horizons meant embarking on thrilling road trips like these. Preserved by Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, this historical snapshot offers a glimpse into early motoring culture in Cornwall without any commercial intent behind it – just pure admiration for automobiles and adventure-seeking spirits who dared to explore beyond city limits.
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