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Photographic Print : Departure of the Emigrant Ship Lizzie Webber, 1852
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Departure of the Emigrant Ship Lizzie Webber, 1852
Engraving showing the two-masted emigrant ship, Lizzie Webber, leaving Sunderland for Australia, 1852. This was the first emigrant ship to make that passage. The image shows small boats and a steam tug sailing in the foreground and, on the shore, hundreds of people bidding farewell
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1852 Bidding Departure Emigrant Farewell Foreground Hundreds Leaving Masted Passage Shore Sunderland
14"x11" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite reproduction of the historic engraving, "Departure of the Emigrant Ship Lizzie Webber, 1852," from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts the two-masted emigrant ship Lizzie Webber leaving Sunderland for Australia in 1852 – the first emigrant ship to make that groundbreaking passage. Add an air of nostalgia and history to your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Experience the adventure and courage of those early emigrants as they embarked on their journey to a new life in a new land. Order your print today and let history come alive in your space.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 20.7cm (14" x 8.1")
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
The historical significance of the Departure of the Emigrant Ship Lizzie Webber in 1852 is captured beautifully in this engraving. The two-masted ship, a symbol of hope and new beginnings, sets sail from Sunderland to Australia, marking the first emigrant voyage on this route. As the Lizzie Webber leaves port, small boats and a steam tug accompany her on her journey across the vast ocean.
On shore, hundreds of people gather to bid farewell to their loved ones embarking on this life-changing adventure. The image is filled with emotion as families say goodbye, knowing they may never see each other again. The sense of anticipation and trepidation is palpable as the ship disappears into the horizon.
This engraving serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by emigrants seeking a better life in distant lands. It captures a moment frozen in time, immortalizing the bravery and sacrifice of those who dared to venture into the unknown.
As we gaze upon this scene from 1852, we are transported back to a time when journeys were long and arduous, but filled with promise and possibility. The Departure of the Emigrant Ship Lizzie Webber stands as a testament to human resilience and determination in the face of uncertainty.
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