#ScillyIsles

2025-12-16

Scilly Isles, Tresco Abbey, old arches, Cornwall, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the British Isles England Cornwall (County)

#ScillyIsles #TrescoAbbey #Cornwall #England #Britain #ScillysIsles #TrescoAbbeyGardens #Tresco #LandsEnd #photography #historicalPhotos #photochrom

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The image depicts a serene and picturesque garden scene with an arched stone gateway as its focal point. The archway is partially covered in lush green foliage, giving it the appearance of being integrated into the surrounding vegetation seamlessly. Flanking the entrance are tall palm trees with long slender leaves that add height to the composition and create a sense of enclosure for what lies beyond.

The garden itself is teeming with various plants, including yucca-like species and other exotic-looking flora. The greenery appears meticulously maintained, suggesting regular care by skilled horticulturists or gardeners. A stone path meanders through the space from which we are viewing it, inviting exploration of what lies further down.

In the background, a hint of an elevated landscape can be seen beyond the foliage and trees, possibly indicating that this location is part of a larger estate with additional grounds to explore. The overall atmosphere conveyed by the image is one of tranquility and natural beauty, evoking the charm of historical gardens in Britain during its peak as a colonial power.

This vintage postcard likely dates back between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900, judging from its style and subject matter. The inclusion of "Scilly Isles" suggests that this garden is situated on one or more islands within the British Virgin Islands known by various names including S [...]
2025-12-15

Scilly Isles, Tresco Abbey, Cornwall, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the British Isles England Cornwall (County)

#ScillyIsles #TrescoAbbey #Cornwall #England #photography #historicalPhotos #photochrom

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The image depicts a historic stone mansion surrounded by lush greenery, situated beside a body of water. The architecture includes multiple chimneys and what appears to be a flagpole with a small red flag at the top. There is also an inscription indicating that this location is Scilly Isles on Tresco Abbey in Cornwall, England, between approximately 1890 and 1900.
2025-12-15

Scilly Isles, St. Mary's. Pulpit Rock, Cornwall, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the British Isles England Cornwall (County)

#ScillyIsles #PulpitRock #Cornwall #England #theScillyIsles #BritishIsles #SCILLYISLES #theScillyIslands #photography #historicalPhotos #photochrom

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The image depicts a rugged coastal landscape, likely taken during the late 19th century judging by its style. The scene shows an extensive rocky outcrop jutting into the sea on what appears to be St Mary's in the Scilly Isles of Cornwall, England.

On top of the highest rock formation, there are several individuals who seem to be exploring or possibly fishing, standing with a sense of precariousness over the edge where waves crash against the rocks. The water is a deep blue-green color and churns energetically as it strikes the jagged outcrops.

The land in the background appears flat and covered with grasses and shrubs indicative of coastal vegetation that withstand salty conditions, stretching into what looks like a horizon line suggesting an open expanse beyond. This could be part of another island or simply distant coastline seen from this rocky formation's perspective.

There is no visible sky as it seems to blend seamlessly with the water at the horizon due possibly to atmospheric lighting effects common in such prints during that era, which often used photographic techniques like colorization to enhance certain features for artistic effect. The image carries a sense of isolation and natural beauty typical of remote British Isles coastal scenes.

The photo is marked '1064: SCILLY ISLES ST MARY'S PULPIT ROCK' along with an identification number, which suggests it's p [...]
2025-12-15

Scilly Isles, Houghtown, i.e., Hugh Town, from St. Mary's, Cornwall, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the British Isles England Cornwall (County)

#ScillyIsles #Houghtown #HughTown #StMarys #Cornwall #England #photography #historicalPhotos #photochrom

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The image depicts a picturesque coastal town, likely situated on a hillside overlooking the sea. The scene is bustling with various buildings that appear to be residential homes and small businesses, indicating a close-knit community. There are several boats in the harbor, suggesting activities related to fishing or trade.

In the foreground, there's an expanse of greenery dotted with white flowers, creating a serene contrast against the stone-built structures nestled among rocky outcrops. The vegetation suggests that this area is not densely populated and retains some natural landscape elements amidst urban development.

The overall composition captures the charm of coastal life in England during the late 19th or early 20th century, with clear skies and tranquil waters inviting a sense of peacefulness to the viewer.
2025-12-15

Scilly Isles, Hughtown, i.e., Hugh Town, from Garrison, Cornwall, England between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900. Views of the British Isles England Cornwall (County)

#ScillyIsles #Hughtown #HughTown #Garrison #Cornwall #England #Scilly #photography #historicalPhotos #photochrom

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The image depicts a picturesque coastal town with an array of houses and buildings spread across the landscape, viewed from a high vantage point. The architecture varies in style but predominantly features gabled roofs and traditional construction materials such as stone or brickwork visible on many structures. A significant historical landmark stands prominently atop a hill to the right side of the scene, suggesting its importance within this setting.

A beach is discernible along the coastline with gentle waves lapping against it. The sea meets land in the distance where a harbor can be faintly observed, adding to the scenic beauty and hinting at local maritime activities. Greenery blankets much of the lower slopes leading up to the hilltop structure, indicating cultivated fields or perhaps pasturelands.

The overall coloration suggests an early 20th-century photograph with muted yet naturalistic tones; greens from vegetation, grays and browns on buildings, a turquoise sea, and pale blues in the sky. There is no visible modern infrastructure such as cars or contemporary clothing styles to provide precise dating but its historical context is implied by architectural design.

The image appears aged, possibly a century old given the photochrom process typically used during that era for color printing from black-and-white negatives. The upper left corner of the photograph c [...]
Jane Tomlinson - Artist 🌻⭐️JaneTomlinson@mastodonapp.uk
2025-09-29

I have just ONE #IslesofScilly #jigsawpuzzle 🧩 available to pre-order from here:
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Order now and you'll have it by the end of Oct. Price INCLUDES P&P to UK addresses.

If your family loves the #Scillies, it'll be fun to tackle it together over Christmas.

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Isles of Scilly jigsaw puzzle
Jane Tomlinson - Artist 🌻⭐️JaneTomlinson@mastodonapp.uk
2025-09-12

It's the LAST CHANCE to order your #IslesofScilly, #Mull or #Pembrokeshire #jigsawpuzzle! 🧩I'm taking pre-orders for these hugely popular #jigsaw #puzzles until Monday 15 Sept 2025. You'll get yours in late Oct / early Nov.

Fancy one? Go here: janetomlinson.com/collections/

Thanks for looking 🙏

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jigsaw puzzles of Mull, the Isles of Scilly and Pembrokeshire
2025-05-19

Mothman is currently not mothing owing to being on holiday on the Scilly Isles with Mr Mothman Spouse. Mothman did some rock posing and we found some rather stunning shells.

#holiday #ScillyIsles #shell #periwinkle #rock #alttext

A man in a white t-shirt and beige shorts sits on the slop of a small rock on the right of the picture. He has his left leg straight but his right knee bent with his foot against the rock. He faces left. To the left of the picture is a huge granite rockTwo men take a selfie. They are to the right of the picture looking at the camera. One is wearing sunglasses. The second man wears a cap and has his chin resting on the other man’s right shoulder. The background is sloping rocky cliffs and the seaClose up shot of a small flat round shell. It has blotches which range from blue to burgundy moving in. A spiral to a green-brown centre.A bright green periwinkle shell with brown equidistant stripes running round it

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