Poster Print > Sheffield City Archives > Sheffield Flood 1864
Poster Print : w00439. Sheffield Flood 1864, w00439
Poster Prints from Sheffield City Archives
w00439. Sheffield Flood 1864, w00439
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 14034321
© Sheffield City Council - All Rights Reserved
1864 Arms Back Bridge Bridges Flood Floods Hill Hillsborough Hotels Houses Housing Lane Loxley Public River Rivers Ruins Viaducts Walkley Freemasons
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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 in time to the devastating Sheffield Flood of 1864. The image, titled "w00439 (Sheffield Flood 1864, w00439)" transports us to a scene filled with remnants of destruction and resilience. In this snapshot, we witness the aftermath of the flood as it mercilessly swept through the city. The once bustling streets now lay in ruins, with public houses and hotels standing as mere skeletons against a backdrop of hills and bridges. The river that once peacefully flowed beneath these structures became an unstoppable force that brought chaos and devastation. The photograph captures not only the physical damage caused by the flood but also serves as a testament to human strength and unity during times of crisis. It is evident that amidst the wreckage, people came together to rebuild their lives and restore their beloved community. As we delve into this historical moment frozen in time, our eyes are drawn towards Loxley River flowing nearby - its waters still turbulent from recent events. We can't help but reflect on how nature's power can be both awe-inspiring yet humbling at the same time. This print serves as a poignant reminder of Sheffield's past struggles while honoring those who endured them. It stands as a tribute to resilience, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, hope prevails – just like it did for Sheffield after this catastrophic event took place over one hundred years ago.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
