Canvas Print : Sheffield Flood, Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses, Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, , 1864
Canvas Prints From Sheffield City Archives
Sheffield Flood, Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses, Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, , 1864
Taken from Sheffield Inundation, 1864, Ref. 942.74 SQ
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 14034384
© Sheffield City Council
1864 Ball Bradfield Flood Floods Hillsborough Hotels Houses Housing Public Road Ruins Cottages
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Canvas Print of the Sheffield Flood, 1864. Witness the poignant aftermath of the devastating flood that hit Sheffield, as depicted in this historical photograph from the Sheffield City Archives. The Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses on Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, are vividly portrayed in this evocative image from Sheffield Inundation, 1864 (Ref. 942.74 SQ). Our high-quality canvas prints bring history to life, with their stunning detail and vibrant colours. Add a touch of history to your home or office with this intriguing piece of Sheffield's past."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from the Sheffield City Archives takes us back to a significant event in the city's history - the devastating Sheffield Flood of 1864. The image showcases the aftermath of this catastrophic natural disaster, focusing on the Blue Ball Inn and its surroundings on Bradfield Road in Hillsborough. The scene is one of utter destruction and despair. The once bustling inn, known for its vibrant blue exterior, now stands as a mere shell amidst a sea of ruins. Surrounding houses, hotels, and cottages have been reduced to rubble by the forceful floodwaters that ravaged through Sheffield. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and vulnerability in the face of nature's wrath. It captures not only physical devastation but also echoes stories of loss and displacement endured by those who called these homes their own. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, it prompts reflection on how communities come together during times of crisis. It reminds us that even amidst ruinous circumstances, hope can emerge from within shattered foundations. Preserved within Sheffield Inundation archives under reference number 942.74 SQ, this print offers an invaluable glimpse into our city's past while honoring those affected by this tragic event. Let it serve as a testament to our shared history and inspire future generations to appreciate resilience in times of adversity.
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