Fishermen Hauling Nets – Barmouth, Wales, UK
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dtrebilc
N 52° 43.189 W 004° 03.065
30U E 429006 N 5841621
This sculpture of fishermen hauling nets was commissioned by Barmouth council for the Millennium celebrations.
Waymark Code: WMDDMH
Location: North Wales, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 12/30/2011
Views: 6
The sculpture is made from a block of Carrara marble that had been discovered in a ship wreck off the coast of Barmouth.
The wreck was discovered in 1978 by a group of local sub-aqua enthusiasts. One of the blocks was later hauled from the sea and donated to Barmouth council.
The sculptor was a local man, Frank Cocksey. It represents 3 generations of fishermen hauling in their nets.
Originally a fishing village renowned for its boat building, the town of Barmouth has been a popular seaside resort for many years.
It is situated on the road loading to the harbour opposite the Last Inn.
Sector of the workforce: Fishermen
Created or Donated by which group: Sculpted by Frank Cocksey for Barmouth Council
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