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Greetings Card : Roller skater, Olympia Skating Rink, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, c. 1911
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Roller skater, Olympia Skating Rink, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, c. 1911
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: p00125
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Media ID 19696331
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Bramall Lane Edwardians Olympia Skating Rink Roller Skating Sheffield Women Yorkshire
Greetings Card (A5)
Step back in time with our vintage Roller Skater Greetings Card from the Media Storehouse collection. This charming card features an authentic image of a roller skater gliding gracefully at Olympia Skating Rink, Bramall Lane, Sheffield, captured around 1911. A perfect blend of history and nostalgia, this card is sure to bring joy and delight to any recipient. Add a personal message and send a piece of Sheffield's rich heritage straight to their doorstep.
Create your own greetings card. Size when folded is A5 (14.5x21cm or 5.7x8.3 inches)
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 14.5cm x 21cm (5.7" x 8.3")
Estimated Product Size is 29cm x 21cm (11.4" x 8.3")
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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This print takes us back in time to the vibrant world of roller skating in early 20th century Sheffield, Yorkshire. The image showcases a daring roller skater gracefully gliding across the polished floor of Olympia Skating Rink at Bramall Lane, circa 1911. In this snapshot from history, we witness the spirit of the Edwardian era come alive through this thrilling recreational activity. Women, dressed elegantly in their long skirts and fashionable hats, confidently take to the rink alongside men, defying societal norms and embracing newfound freedom. The Olympia Skating Rink stands as a testament to Sheffield's thriving entertainment scene during that period. Its grand architecture and vast space provided an ideal setting for these exhilarating displays of skill and grace on wheels. As we gaze upon this remarkable photograph preserved by Sheffield Libraries' City Archives (p00125), we are transported into a moment frozen in time - where laughter echoes through the air, music fills every corner of the rink, and sheer joy radiates from each skater's face. This image serves as a reminder that even amidst changing times and evolving trends, there will always be moments when people come together to celebrate life's simple pleasures. Let us cherish these glimpses into our past as they inspire us to embrace our own passions with equal fervor today.
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