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Poster Print : w00421. Sheffield Flood 1864, w00421
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w00421. Sheffield Flood 1864, w00421
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Media ID 14034281
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1864 Farm Farming Farms Flood Floods Housing Loxley Ruins Barns Farmhouses Outbuildings
18x24 inch Poster Print
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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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print from Sheffield City Archives takes us back to a significant event in history - the devastating Sheffield Flood of 1864. The image, titled "w00421" captures the aftermath of the calamitous flood that wreaked havoc on the city and its surrounding areas. In this particular frame, we are transported to a scene filled with remnants of what once stood proudly as barns, outbuildings, farmhouses, and housing structures. The ruins scattered across the landscape serve as haunting reminders of nature's destructive power during that fateful year. The photographer skillfully frames Tricketts Farm amidst the chaos; an eerie juxtaposition between life and destruction. It stands as a testament to resilience and determination in the face of adversity. As our gaze wanders through this historical snapshot, we can't help but reflect on how these farms were not just sources of livelihood but also symbols of community strength and unity. They represented hard work, dedication, and sustenance for countless families who called this area home. While it is impossible to ignore the tragedy brought upon by such catastrophic flooding, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder that even amid ruinous circumstances like these floods in Loxley over 150 years ago, humanity has always found ways to rebuild and forge ahead towards brighter horizons. Let us cherish this print from Sheffield City Archives as both a tribute to those affected by the Sheffield Flood of 1864 and an enduring symbol of human resilience throughout history.
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