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Fine Art Print : Advertisement poster for Attercliffe Swimming Club 31st Annual Swimming Gala at Attercliffe Baths, 1909
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Advertisement poster for Attercliffe Swimming Club 31st Annual Swimming Gala at Attercliffe Baths, 1909
Original at Sheffield Archives (ref. X3/8)
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 13987660
© Sheffield City Council
Advertising Attercliffe Club Facilities Posters Road Sport Sports Baths
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of Fine Art Prints. This captivating Advertisement poster invites you to the Attercliffe Swimming Club's 31st Annual Swimming Gala, held at Attercliffe Baths in 1909. Preserved at Sheffield City Archives (ref. X3/8), this vintage poster showcases the charm and elegance of a bygone era. Bring a piece of history into your home or office, and add a unique touch to your decor. Order now and relive the nostalgia.
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
This print takes us back in time to the year 1909, capturing an advertisement poster for the highly anticipated Attercliffe Swimming Club's 31st Annual Swimming Gala. The event was held at the iconic Attercliffe Baths, a renowned hub of aquatic activities in Sheffield during that era. The poster itself is a testament to the vibrant sporting culture that thrived within this community. It showcases an array of talented swimmers gracefully diving into crystal-clear waters, their synchronized movements conveying both strength and elegance. The image serves as a powerful reminder of how swimming was not only a competitive sport but also an art form. Located on Attercliffe Road, these baths were more than just a venue; they were a symbol of pride for local residents who took great pleasure in witnessing remarkable feats accomplished by their fellow citizens. With state-of-the-art facilities and meticulously maintained pools, Attercliffe Baths became synonymous with excellence in sports. This photograph allows us to appreciate the historical significance of advertising posters as tools for promoting events long before digital media dominated our world. It reminds us of the creativity employed by organizers to entice spectators through visually striking imagery. Preserved at Sheffield Archives (ref. X3/8), this snapshot from yesteryear offers us a glimpse into the past while celebrating the enduring spirit of athleticism and community engagement fostered by organizations like Attercliffe Swimming Club over a century ago.
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