Glass Frame : Passengers on board the emigrant ship Artemisia, 1848
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Passengers on board the emigrant ship Artemisia, 1848
Engraving showing passengers on the deck of the Artemisia leaning over the side, as the boat leaves a British harbour bound for Australia, 1848
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Media ID 4385179
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1848 Bound Deck Emigrant Leaning Passengers
7"x5" Glass Mount
Wall mounted or free-standing, these black edged glass frames feature a smooth chamfered edge and a stylish black border (on back face of the glass). Manufactured from 4mm thick glass, Glass Mounts are a durable, professional way of displaying and protecting your prints. Your 7x5 print is slotted into the back of the frame so can easily be changed if needed.
Tempered Glass Mounts are ideal for wall display, plus the smaller sizes can also be used free-standing via an integral stand
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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 from 1848 captures a poignant moment in history as passengers lean over the side of the emigrant ship Artemisia, bound for Australia. The deck is crowded with individuals eagerly gazing out at the British harbour they are leaving behind, their faces filled with a mix of excitement and trepidation for the journey ahead.
The scene depicted in this print offers a glimpse into the lives of those embarking on a new chapter in a distant land, leaving behind familiar shores for an uncertain future down under. Each figure on board represents a unique story, hopes, dreams, and aspirations intertwined with the promise of opportunity awaiting them on Australian soil.
As we study this historical engraving, we can almost hear the sounds of waves crashing against the hull and feel the salty sea breeze on our faces. It serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience displayed by countless emigrants who set sail for unknown horizons in search of better prospects.
Through this image, we are transported back to 1848 and invited to reflect on the universal human experience of migration - leaving one's homeland behind in pursuit of new beginnings. The passengers aboard the Artemisia may have been strangers when they embarked on this voyage, but they were united by their shared journey towards hope and possibility.
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