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Fine Art Print : Sheffield Flood, Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses, Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, , 1864
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Sheffield Flood, Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses, Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, , 1864
Taken from Sheffield Inundation, 1864, Ref. 942.74 SQ
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Media ID 14034384
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1864 Ball Bradfield Flood Floods Hillsborough Hotels Houses Housing Public Road Ruins Cottages
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our Fine Art Print of the Sheffield Flood, an poignant moment in history captured in this haunting image from the Sheffield City Archives. The Blue Ball Inn and destroyed houses on Bradfield Road, Hillsborough, tell the story of the devastating flood of 1864. This exquisite print, taken from "Sheffield Inundation, 1864" (Ref. 942.74 SQ), is part of our Media Storehouse range of Fine Art Prints, bringing history and art into your home with stunning detail and authenticity.
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 53.3cm x 32.7cm (21" x 12.9")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" 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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