American Dream Collection

Poster advertising the gold mines in California (colour engraving)
XIR164526 Poster advertising the gold mines in California (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

"Remember your first thrill of American liberty", 1917 (colour litho)
699084 "Remember your first thrill of American liberty", 1917 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); 76x51 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Arriving at Ellis Island, c. 1920 (b / w photo)
4072622 Arriving at Ellis Island, c.1920 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immigration station)

Dutch family, Ellis Island, c. 1915 (b / w photo)
4072623 Dutch family, Ellis Island, c.1915 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Immigration station)

Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for
5854215 Food will win the war - You came here seeking freedom, now you must help to preserve it - Wheat is needed for the allies - waste nothing, 1917 (lithograph) by Chambers

Arriving families of emigrants in the port of New York, the statue of freedom is visible
GIA4709385 Arriving families of emigrants in the port of New York, the statue of freedom is visible. Engraving from " Harpers Weekly" 1888 by Unknown Artist

German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874
XEE4149956 German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874, engraving - (Deutsche Emigranten) by Unknown Artist

New York - Arrival of Emigrants (litho)
6014217 New York - Arrival of Emigrants (litho) by Dawant, Albert Pierre (1852-1923); Private Collection; (add.info.: New York - Arrival of Emigrants)

Punch cartoon: A Regular Gold Dustman (engraving)
6034638 Punch cartoon: A Regular Gold Dustman (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: A Regular Gold Dustman)

Punch cartoon: California, The Country for Convicts (engraving)
6034626 Punch cartoon: California, The Country for Convicts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: California, The Country for Convicts)

After the Hunt, engraved by Nathaniel Currier (1813-88) 1855 (colour litho)
MNY87931 After the Hunt, engraved by Nathaniel Currier (1813-88) 1855 (colour litho) by Palmer, Frances Flora Bond (Fanny) (c.1812-76) (after); Museum of the City of New York

Immigrants at Battery Park, New York, N. Y. c. 1900 (b / w photo)
847332 Immigrants at Battery Park, New York, N.Y. c.1900 (b/w photo) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Immigration. Departing of emigrants in Europe to the United States of America
XEE4178529 Immigration. Departing of emigrants in Europe to the United States of America: Special wagon of the General Transatlantic company going from the borders of Germany

Arrival of a family of Italian immigrants to Ellis Island (New York
XEE4144135 Arrival of a family of Italian immigrants to Ellis Island (New York) in the United States in 1905. by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

German emigrants departing for America, 1857: between deck of an American liner in Le
XEE4135807 German emigrants departing for America, 1857: between deck of an American liner in Le Havre, the day before departure

Seeking the New Home (oil on canvas)
CH203903 Seeking the New Home (oil on canvas) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; American, out of copyright

Inspection Room, Ellis Island, New York City, c. 1910 (b / w photo)
3964301 Inspection Room, Ellis Island, New York City, c.1910 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Immigration Station opened on Ellis Island in 1900)

Going for a Ride (oil on canvas)
FIN167091 Going for a Ride (oil on canvas) by Perry, Enoch Wood (1831-1915); 40.6x57.2 cm; Private Collection; David Findlay Jr Fine Art, NYC, USA; American, out of copyright

Young Americas Dilemma, "Shall I be Wise and Great, or Rich and Powerful
1078687 Young Americas Dilemma, " Shall I be Wise and Great, or Rich and Powerful?", 1901 (colour litho) by Dalrymple, Louis (1866-1905); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Advertisement for the Best Prairie Lands (litho)
PNP464799 Advertisement for the Best Prairie Lands (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Familles allemandes partant pour l Amerique du Nord (engraving)
2789277 Familles allemandes partant pour l Amerique du Nord (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Familles allemandes partant pour l Amerique du Nord)

Immigration to Canada in 1880 - Come to stay - Canada Welcomes - these bands of
GIA4725356 Immigration to Canada in 1880 - Come to stay - Canada Welcomes - these bands of immigrants who, in such numbers, last week, came to settle in the Dominion

The Four Seasons of Life: Childhood, The Season of Joy
MNY87972 The Four Seasons of Life: Childhood, The Season of Joy, engraved by Parsons and Atwater, pub. by Currier and Ives, New York, 1868 (litho) (see 87971, 87966, 87970) by Ives

The Four Seasons of Life: Middle Age, The Season of Strength
MNY87970 The Four Seasons of Life: Middle Age, The Season of Strength engraved by Parsons and Atwater, pub. by Currier and Ives, New York, 1868 (litho) (see 87966, 87971) by Ives

Couple of Chinese notables from San Francisco (United States) in the 19th century
LSE4322350 Couple of Chinese notables from San Francisco (United States) in the 19th century. Engraving after a drawing by Ronjat, after a photograph, in " Le Tour du Monde

The Four Seasons of Life - Middle Age, The Season of Strength, pub
3471000 The Four Seasons of Life - Middle Age, The Season of Strength, pub. 1868, Currier & Ives (colour litho) by American School

The Four Seasons of Life - Childhood, pub. 1868, The Season of Joy
3470995 The Four Seasons of Life - Childhood, pub. 1868, The Season of Joy, Currier & Ives (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; American

Homes for the Industrious (litho)
PNP464798 Homes for the Industrious (litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: in the Garden State of the West ; ); Peter Newark Pictures; American, out of copyright

German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874
XEE4153757 German emigrants for New York embarking on Hamburg steamer in 1874, engraving - (Deutsche Emigranten) by Unknown Artist

The Four Seasons of Life - Middle Age, The Season of Strength, pub. 1868, Currier & Ives (Colour Lithograph)

The Four Seasons of Life - Childhood, pub. 1868, The Season of Joy, Currier & Ives (Colour Lithograph)

Advertising for Trades Work in America
Advertising for trades work in America; Artwork

Ellis Island immigration hall, 1890s C017 / 6890
Ellis Island immigration hall. 19th-century artwork of crowds of potential immigrants passing through the Great Hall at the immigration station on Ellis Island, New York City, USA

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"The American Dream: A Tapestry of Hope, Struggle, and Triumph" Step into the captivating journey that defined a nation. From the vibrant poster advertising the gold mines in California to the monochrome photographs capturing poignant moments at Ellis Island, witness the essence of the American Dream unfold. In 1848, whispers of untold riches echoed across continents as prospectors flocked to California's golden shores. The promise of prosperity lured dreamers from far and wide, igniting a fervor that would shape America's destiny forever. Ellis Island stood as a gateway to new beginnings for countless souls in search of liberty and opportunity. In sepia-toned snapshots frozen in time, we glimpse Dutch families arriving with hope etched on their faces; German emigrants embarking on Hamburg steamers; and arriving families embracing freedom beneath Lady Liberty's watchful gaze. Amidst world wars and sacrifices demanded by history's callings, lithographs urged Americans to unite under one banner. "Food will win the war, " they proclaimed passionately. Immigrants who had sought refuge now found themselves entrusted with preserving their newfound homeland - an unwavering testament to their dedication. The Statue of Freedom stood tall against New York City's skyline as it welcomed waves upon waves of immigrants yearning for better lives. Their stories intertwined with those engraved within Punch cartoons depicting both admiration for industrious gold miners and skepticism towards convicts seeking redemption in California. Nathaniel Currier immortalized scenes like "After the Hunt" through vivid colors that mirrored life itself - perseverance amidst adversity. These images serve as reminders that dreams are not easily attained but require determination beyond measure. Battery Park witnessed countless arrivals throughout history - immigrants clutching their hopes tightly while bidding farewell to familiar shores. It was here where cultures converged, creating a tapestry woven from diverse threads that would ultimately define America’s rich heritage.