Metal Print : Dancing on an Emigrant Ship, 1850
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Dancing on an Emigrant Ship, 1850
Engraving showing passengers on board an emigrant ship playing music and dancing on the lower deck, 1850
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Media ID 4382143
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1850 Deck Emigrant Lower Passengers
15"x10" (38x25cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our captivating Metal Print of 'Dancing on an Emigrant Ship, 1850' from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the heart of a historic emigrant voyage. Witness the joy and camaraderie as passengers play music and dance on the lower deck, their spirits undeterred by the challenges of their oceanic journey. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and exceptional clarity, ensuring a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with this unique and intriguing piece.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
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 38.1cm x 25.4cm (15" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving, titled 'Dancing on an Emigrant Ship, 1850,' offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of passengers aboard an emigrant ship during the mid-19th century. The image, produced in 1850, depicts a lively scene on the lower deck of the ship, where passengers have gathered to play music and dance. The engraving, which is part of the Ilnuk Archive at Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the spirit of community and camaraderie that must have been essential for enduring the long and arduous journey across the Atlantic. The 21 passengers, mostly women and children, are shown clapping and dancing to the rhythm of a fiddle, while others play various musical instruments, including a banjo and a tambourine. The scene is filled with joy and laughter, providing a stark contrast to the hardships and challenges that the emigrants would have faced during their voyage. The engraving also offers a glimpse into the living conditions on board the ship. The passengers are huddled together in a small, cramped space, with their belongings and makeshift furniture scattered around them. The scene is reminiscent of a barn dance or a village fair, but the setting is far from idyllic. The passengers would have faced numerous challenges during their journey, including cramped quarters, limited food supplies, and the constant threat of sea sickness. Despite these challenges, the passengers found ways to make the most of their situation and create moments of joy and happiness. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the resilience of those who embarked on the journey to start a new life in a new land.
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