Poster Print : FLATBOAT, 19th CENTURY. Emigrants traveling by flatboat on the Missouri River. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
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FLATBOAT, 19th CENTURY. Emigrants traveling by flatboat on the Missouri River. Wood engraving, American, 19th century
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Media ID 7503203
Flatboat Immigrant Missouri River River Boat River Side Rudder Water Front Westward Movement
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our stunning 19th century wood engraving, "FLATBOAT: Emigrants Traveling by Flatboat on the Missouri River." This captivating piece, sourced from The Granger Collection, brings to life the journey of early American settlers as they bravely navigated the Missouri River in flatboats. Add this historically significant artwork to your home or office to inspire adventure and a sense of history. Order your Media Storehouse poster print today and let the story unfold.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
FLATBOAT, 19th CENTURY - A Glimpse into the Westward Journey of Emigrants on the Missouri River
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This wood engraving from the 19th century captures a pivotal moment in American history - emigrants traveling by flatboat on the mighty Missouri River. The image showcases a scene filled with anticipation and adventure as men, women, and children embark on their journey towards new horizons. The flatboat itself stands proudly in the foreground, its sturdy wooden structure reflecting both resilience and hope. With its rudder guiding it through the river's currents, this vessel becomes a symbol of transportation that connects dreams to reality. As we delve deeper into this artwork's details, we notice horses tethered nearby, ready to aid these pioneers in their westward movement. The landscape surrounding them is vast and untamed - an awe-inspiring testament to America's natural beauty. In this snapshot of history frozen in time, we witness not only physical travel but also emotional transformation. These brave souls represent countless immigrants who sought better lives amidst uncharted territories. Their determination echoes through generations as they paved the way for progress and prosperity across America. Through this wood engraving by The Granger Collection, we are reminded of our shared heritage and how far we have come as a nation built upon diversity and perseverance. It serves as a poignant reminder that every individual has their own story etched within these historical moments – stories that continue to shape our present-day society.
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