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Market Day, High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910
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Market Day, High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910
View of a crowd of men, women and children with a number of fully laden horse buses in front of the Cathedral. Burtons Furnishing Warehouse can be seen in the background. Photographer: Arthur Philp
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TRURI : TRUhcr.12
Media ID 19129504
© From the collection of the RIC
City Clothing Costume Edwardian Girl Horse Parasol People Period Scene Street Transport
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Step back in time to the bustling Market Day at High Cross, Truro, Cornwall, around 1910. This print captures a vibrant city street scene from the Edwardian era. The image showcases a lively crowd of men, women, and children eagerly going about their daily activities against the backdrop of the magnificent Cathedral. In this snapshot of history frozen in time by photographer Arthur Philp, one cannot help but be drawn to the fully laden horse buses that dominate the foreground. These traditional modes of transport were an integral part of everyday life during this period and served as vital arteries connecting communities. As we delve deeper into this remarkable photograph, our eyes are naturally drawn towards Burtons Furnishing Warehouse standing tall in the background. A testament to Truro's thriving commercial landscape at that time. The charm lies not only in observing these architectural landmarks or witnessing how people dressed differently back then; it is also about capturing snippets of ordinary lives unfolding before us. The young boy clutching his mother's hand tightly while gazing curiously at his surroundings or a little girl sheltering herself under her parasol from the sun - each person tells their own story within this rich tapestry of humanity. This evocative image transports us to another era where horses ruled transportation and fashion was defined by elegant period costumes. It serves as a poignant reminder of our shared heritage and offers a glimpse into an enchanting past that continues to captivate hearts even today.
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