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Fine Art Print : A Fair, Truro, Cornwall. About 1910
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A Fair, Truro, Cornwall. About 1910
Crowds at a fair on The Green, Truro (now Truro bus station). Hancocks Living Pictures stands in the middle of the picture and in the foreground is Keiling Grays stall selling Doncaster Butterscotch. To the right of the picture is the building of J. Edwards & Son, corn merchants. Photographer: Arthur William Jordan
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : TRUfce.8
Media ID 12329427
© From the collection of the RIC
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the past with our exquisite Fine Art Print of A Fair, Truro, Cornwall from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating image transports you back in time to the bustling scene of The Green in Truro around 1910. Witness the excitement of the crowd as they gather around Hancocks Living Pictures, while in the foreground, Keiling Grays entices visitors with their tantalizing display of Doncaster Butterscotch. Add this stunning piece to your home decor and bring a touch of history and charm to any room.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.4cm (20" x 13.9")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Step back in time to a bustling fair on The Green, Truro, Cornwall around 1910. This print captures the vibrant atmosphere of the event, with crowds of people eagerly exploring the various attractions and amusements. In the center of the picture stands Hancocks Living Pictures, a popular entertainment stand that surely captivated audiences with its moving images. A little closer to us, Keiling Gray's stall entices fairgoers with their mouthwatering Doncaster Butterscotch – a treat not to be missed! To the right of this lively scene, we catch a glimpse of J. Edwards & Son's corn merchant building - a reminder of Truro's thriving agricultural heritage during that era. The presence of men, women, and children in this snapshot showcases how fairs were enjoyed by all members of society as they sought moments of joy and excitement amidst their daily lives. The surrounding trees provide shade from the summer sun while adding an enchanting touch to this nostalgic image. It is fascinating how such simple pleasures could bring so much delight in times gone by. This remarkable photograph was captured by Arthur William Jordan – an artist behind many treasured glimpses into Cornwall's past. As you gaze upon this historical gem from Royal Cornwall Museum’s collection, let your imagination transport you back to an era where fairs like these brought communities together for unforgettable moments.
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