Framed Print : Passengers on an Emigrant Ship, Britain, 1869
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Passengers on an Emigrant Ship, Britain, 1869
Engraving showing a number of passengers on the deck of an emigrant ship, as the ship is loaded prior to its journey to the USA, 1869
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Media ID 4385959
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1869 Deck Emigrant Journey Loaded Passengers Prior
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Step back in time with our exquisite Framed Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image "Passengers on an Emigrant Ship, Britain, 1869." This enchanting engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into history as it portrays a bustling scene of passengers preparing for their voyage across the Atlantic to the USA. Transport yourself to a bygone era with this beautifully framed, high-quality print, perfect for adding character and charm to any room in your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.2cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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 engraving, titled 'Passengers on an Emigrant Ship, Britain, 1869,' offers a glimpse into the historical journey of emigrants leaving Britain for the United States. The image captures the bustling activity on the deck of a ship as it is loaded with passengers and their belongings. The number of people in the scene, estimated to be around 21, are shown huddled together, some sitting on trunks or bales, while others help to load the ship. The ship, with its tall masts and sails raised, is ready to set sail across the Atlantic Ocean. The year, 1869, marks a significant period in the history of emigration from Europe to North America. The transatlantic voyage was a daunting and often perilous journey, filled with uncertainty and hardship. Many emigrants left their homeland in search of better opportunities and a new life in the United States. The scene depicted in this engraving is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and determination of those who embarked on this journey. The passengers, many of whom are likely to be families, are shown with a sense of hope and anticipation, as they prepare to leave their old life behind and start anew in a foreign land. The image also highlights the communal spirit of the emigrants, as they help each other load the ship and say their final goodbyes. This engraving is an important historical document, providing insight into the emigrant experience and the logistics of sea travel during the late 19th century. It is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the statistics and facts of historical migration patterns.
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