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Canvas 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)
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Media ID 13987660
© Sheffield City Council
Advertising Attercliffe Club Facilities Posters Road Sport Sports Baths
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints and bring the history of Attercliffe Swimming Club to your home. This stunning reproduction features an original advertisement poster from 1909, showcasing the 31st Annual Swimming Gala at Attercliffe Baths, Sheffield. Preserved at Sheffield City Archives (ref. X3/8), this captivating piece of local history is now available as a high-quality canvas print, adding a unique touch to any room. Relive the nostalgia and celebrate the rich heritage of your community with this beautiful and authentic decorative piece."
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
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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