Fine Art Print : Immigrants getting on trains at New York, 1886
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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
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the bustling New York Central Station in 1886. Witness the hopeful expressions of immigrant families as they eagerly await their train to the Mid-West, embarking on a new life in America. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor to inspire stories of perseverance, courage, and the pursuit of a better future. This Rights Managed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 44.9cm x 40.6cm (17.7" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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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