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Antique Framed Print : Park Hill Flats, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1960s
Framed Photos from Sheffield City Archives
Park Hill Flats, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1960s
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: s00651
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 14043682
© Sheffield City Council
Council Housing Park Hill Flats Sheffield Yorkshire
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 24.4cm (7.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
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.
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Park Hill Flats, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1960s - A Glimpse into the Bold Architectural Legacy of Council Housing
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. This print from the Sheffield City Archives transports us back to the vibrant era of the 1960s in Park Hill Flats, Sheffield. Proudly standing as a testament to innovative council housing architecture, this iconic landmark has become synonymous with urban regeneration and community spirit. The image showcases the imposing silhouette of Park Hill Flats against a backdrop of bustling city life. Its distinctive Brutalist design is characterized by its interconnected walkways and concrete facades that soar high above the streets below. The flats were envisioned as an ambitious solution to post-war housing shortages and aimed to provide affordable yet modern living spaces for working-class families. Intriguingly capturing both nostalgia and progressiveness simultaneously, this photograph invites viewers on a journey through time. It reveals glimpses of everyday life within these towering structures - children playing in communal courtyards while adults engage in lively conversations on balconies adorned with potted plants. Today, Park Hill Flats continues to evolve alongside Sheffield's ever-changing landscape. Once facing decline and neglect, it has undergone extensive revitalization efforts that have breathed new life into its corridors. Now recognized as Grade II* listed buildings and home to diverse communities, these flats stand tall as a symbol of architectural heritage fused with contemporary urban living. As we gaze upon this remarkable snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of our shared history
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