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Framed Print : South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card, c. 1986
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South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card, c. 1986
The card depicts the Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher, and the Secretary of State for the Environment, Michael Heseltine, carving up a local government pudding. This related to the Governments plans to abolish metropolitan county councils in 1986.
Original at Sheffield Librarries: arc07244
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Media ID 27777528
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Christmas Sheffield Local Government South Yorkshire
18"x14" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our vintage Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card from 1986. This unique piece showcases an intriguing moment in local history, with Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Secretary of State for the Environment Michael Heseltine carving up a local government pudding. A must-have for history enthusiasts and collectors, this Framed Print adds a touch of nostalgia and charm to any room. Crafted with attention to detail, the high-quality print is beautifully framed and ready to hang, making it a perfect gift or addition to your personal collection.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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 vintage print captures a significant moment in South Yorkshire's history, as it showcases the South Yorkshire County Council Christmas card from around 1986. The card itself serves as a political commentary on the Government's plans to abolish metropolitan county councils during that time. The image depicts two prominent figures of the era, Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and Secretary of State for the Environment Michael Heseltine, engaged in an unusual task - carving up a local government pudding. This playful representation symbolizes their involvement in dividing and reshaping local governance structures. At its core, this photograph represents the tensions surrounding the proposed abolition of metropolitan county councils. It serves as a reminder of how political decisions can impact communities at a local level. The Christmas card not only reflects the sentiments within South Yorkshire but also highlights wider debates about decentralization and central government control. Preserved at Sheffield Libraries' archives (arc07244), this historical artifact offers valuable insights into both regional politics and festive traditions during that period. As we observe this image today, it prompts us to reflect on past events while appreciating how they have shaped our present understanding of local government systems and their significance in maintaining community cohesion.
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