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Poster Print : Plan of Navigable Rivers and Canals connected with the Aire and Calder Navigation; with a Proposed Canal from Knottingley to Goole, 1818
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Plan of Navigable Rivers and Canals connected with the Aire and Calder Navigation; with a Proposed Canal from Knottingley to Goole, 1818
Scale 1.3 inches : 10 miles.Size 43 x 28 cm.Original at Local Studies A1S
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Media ID 14047766
© Sheffield City Council
Canals Maps Transport Water Aire Calder
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of historic poster prints, featuring an intriguing map from Sheffield City Archives. This detailed plan showcases the navigable rivers and canals connected with the Aire and Calder Navigation, as well as a proposed canal from Knottingley to Goole. Dating back to 1818, this captivating map offers a glimpse into the rich industrial history of the region. Each print is meticulously reproduced to preserve the authenticity of the original, now housed at Local Studies A1S. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, 1.3 inch to 10 mile scale poster print.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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This print from Sheffield City Archives showcases the intricate "Plan of Navigable Rivers and Canals connected with the Aire and Calder Navigation; with a Proposed Canal from Knottingley to Goole" dating back to 1818. The map, measuring 43 x 28 cm, offers an intriguing glimpse into the historical significance of water transport in this region. With its detailed depiction of rivers, canals, and navigation routes, this map provides valuable insights into the transportation infrastructure that once thrived along the Aire and Calder rivers. It highlights how these waterways were ingeniously interconnected through a network of canals, facilitating trade and commerce during that era. The scale of 1.3 inches : 10 miles allows viewers to appreciate both the grandeur and intricacy involved in planning such an extensive system. This visual representation not only serves as a testament to human ingenuity but also sheds light on how vital these water routes were for transporting goods across vast distances. Of particular interest is the proposed canal from Knottingley to Goole depicted on this map. Its inclusion hints at ambitious plans for further expanding navigational capabilities in order to accommodate growing demands for trade. Preserved within Sheffield City Archives' Local Studies collection, this print invites us to explore our rich industrial heritage by delving into the fascinating world of maps, canals, waterways, and their crucial role in shaping regional development centuries ago.
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