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A map of the Colne Valley Cloth District
Pictorial map of the Colne Valley Cloth District in Yorkshire, drawn by the poster artist and designer Leslie MacDonald Gill the year before his death, in 1946. This unusual industrial map depicts prominent sites associated with textile production in the region and includes the crests of Huddersfield and Holmfirth together with prominent local landmarks. It was originally included as a foldout map in the publication Colne Valley Cloth, From Earliest Times to Present Day by Phyllis Bentley (1947). Date: 1946
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© The Twentieth Century Posters Collection / Mary Evans
1946 1947 Bentley Cloth Colne Crests Depicts Designer Drawn Earliest Export Foldout Gill Holmfirth Huddersfield Included Includes Landmarks Leslie Macdonald Originally Phyllis Pictorial Present Prominent Publication Publisher Region Sites Textile Times Unusual Wollen Year
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Discover the rich industrial history of the Colne Valley Cloth District with our stunning Metal Print of the pictorial map by Leslie MacDonald Gill. This exquisite piece, taken from The Twentieth Century Posters Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the heart of Yorkshire's textile industry. The intricate details of the map are beautifully rendered in vibrant colors and sharp lines on high-quality aluminum, ensuring a long-lasting and eye-catching addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with this unique and captivating Metal Print from Media Storehouse.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
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.
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This map print, titled 'Colne Valley Cloth District,' dates back to 1946 and was created by the renowned British poster artist and designer, Leslie MacDonald Gill, in the year before his death. The map offers a unique and intriguing perspective on the industrial history of the Colne Valley Cloth District in Yorkshire, England. The map is a pictorial representation of the region's prominent sites associated with textile production, making it an unusual and fascinating piece for historians, textile enthusiasts, and art collectors. The map includes the crests of Huddersfield and Holmfirth, two significant towns in the district, as well as other local landmarks. Originally included as a foldout map in Phyllis Bentley's publication, 'Colne Valley Cloth, From Earliest Times to Present Day,' published in 1947, this map provides a visual representation of the area's rich textile heritage. The map highlights the importance of the district in the woolen export industry, showcasing the group of mills and factories that were once a significant part of the region's economic and industrial landscape. Leslie MacDonald Gill's artistic talent is evident in the intricate details of the map, which captures the essence of the Colne Valley Cloth District's industrial past. The map's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection, offering a glimpse into the region's textile history and the artistic vision of one of Britain's most celebrated poster artists.
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