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Immigrants getting on trains at New York, 1886
Engraving showing immigrant families waiting to board a train at New York Cental Station, 1886. This train was bound for the Mid-West of America
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Media ID 4384093
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1886 Bound Families Immigrant Immigrants Trains Waiting
14"x11" Photo Print
Experience history coming to life with our exquisite "Immigrants getting on trains at New York, 1886" photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past through this engraving that depicts immigrant families eagerly waiting to board a train at New York Central Station in 1886. This historic moment marked the beginning of their journey towards the Mid-West of America. Each print is carefully produced, ensuring the rich details and intricacies of this engraving are beautifully preserved for you to enjoy in your home or office. Bring a piece of history into your space and relive the stories of those who embarked on the great American journey.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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 evocative engraving, created in 1886, captures a poignant moment in American history as immigrants, many with their families and belongings in tow, wait anxiously at New York Central Station to board trains bound for the Mid-West. The image, titled "Immigrants Boarding a Train for the West," offers a glimpse into the mass migration that defined the late 19th century. The decade of the 1880s saw an unprecedented influx of immigrants to the United States, with over 8 million new arrivals between 1880 and 1890. The majority of these newcomers hailed from Southern and Eastern Europe, seeking better opportunities and a new life in the land of promise. The scene at the station is one of anticipation and excitement, as well as uncertainty and apprehension. Families huddle together, their faces etched with hope and determination. Suitcases and trunks are piled high, filled with the few possessions they could carry with them on their journey. The train, a symbol of progress and opportunity, looms in the background, ready to whisk them away to their new homes in the Mid-West. The image is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the enduring allure of the American Dream. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that many immigrants faced as they embarked on their new lives in a strange and unfamiliar land. The engraving also underscores the importance of transportation in shaping the course of American history, as trains played a crucial role in connecting the country and facilitating the movement of people and goods across vast distances.
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