Old petrol pumps

Old petrol pumps

Not sure when these were last used.
Location
Scotland
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Mamiya 7ii
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Kodak Portra 160 & Fuji Environeg (Jobo)
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Film scan. VueScan, PhotoLine, ColorPerfect.
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It's as if there were just put there one night by themselves many years ago. Clearly there must have been accompanying building and equipment but no trace seems to remain. It's a real "why" picture in that I always have to try and find a local who can explain it all. I find it difficult to leave until I get to the bottom of it, embarrassing the wife in the process:smile:.
 
Presumably the tanks are still there - unlikely the pumps would be there if the underground tanks were removed. Cleaning out and removing tanks with possibly leaded fuel remnants could be involved.

It's a form of archaeology - things are done for a reason, but we are often left with the residue and not the reason. Though Scottish Highland hotels are often the only habitation for miles. Arriving with an empty tank would be a problem.

I suppose there could be a parallel with American Gothic (Grant Wood).
 

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