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Fine Art Print : Sheffield School Board Election, 1888
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Sheffield School Board Election, 1888
Vote for: Rev. J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winnill / Winnill, Rev. J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin and W. Colver.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 100 M
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Media ID 14088472
© Sheffield City Council
Broadsheets Education Elections James Politics School Sheffield Fawcett Fletcher Gilmore Parkin Ward
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of the Sheffield School Board Election, 1888. This intriguing photograph from Sheffield City Archives invites you to witness a pivotal moment in the city's past. Observe the intense focus of the voters as they make their choices from the list of candidates: Rev. J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winnill, Rev. J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin, and W. Colver. Each fine art print is meticulously produced to preserve the authenticity and detail of the original at Sheffield Local Studies Library (MP 100 M). Bring a piece of history into your home and relive the stories of the past with this stunning addition to your decor.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Caption: This print captures the Sheffield School Board Election of 1888, a pivotal moment in the city's educational and political history. The image showcases a group portrait of the candidates vying for positions on the board, each one representing their own unique vision for advancing education in Sheffield. Amongst those featured are Reverend J. Gilmore, B. Fletcher, S. H. Ward, J. D. Fawcett, A. G. Winnill/Winnill, Rev. J. Darbyshire, W. Parkin and W. Colver - all prominent figures who played significant roles in shaping Sheffield's educational landscape. The photograph serves as a testament to the importance placed on education during this era and highlights the fierce competition that surrounded school board elections at the time. Preserved within Sheffield Local Studies Library's archives (MP 100 M), this historical gem provides invaluable insights into not only local politics but also broader societal attitudes towards education. As we gaze upon this snapshot from over a century ago, we are reminded of how far our educational system has come since then while acknowledging the contributions made by these individuals who dedicated themselves to improving access to quality schooling for all children in Sheffield
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