Photographic Print : Emigration. On Board an Emigrant Ship. The Breakfast Bell
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Emigration. On Board an Emigrant Ship. The Breakfast Bell
Detailed interior of ship with many passengers crowded on deck. The ship is the steamer Sarnia of the Dominion Line at anchor at Belfast Lough on the way to Canada. The breakfast bell is being rung in the foreground and a passenger washes his face nearby
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1884 Anchor Belfast Bell Breakfast Crowded Deck Detailed Dominion Emigrant Emigration Foreground Lough Nearby Passengers Rung Steamer Washes
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Emigration. On Board an Emigrant Ship. The Breakfast Bell" print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative photograph transports us back in time, offering a glimpse into the rich history of emigration and the experience of traveling by sea. The image captures the intricate details of the Dominion Line's steamer Sarnia, anchored at Belfast Lough, as it prepares for its journey to Canada. The deck is bustling with passengers, their faces etched with anticipation and determination. The interior of the ship is revealed, showcasing the cramped quarters and the communal dining area where the "breakfast bell" would call passengers to their meals. This stunning, rights-managed photograph is an essential addition to any collection that celebrates history, migration, or maritime heritage. Bring the stories of the past to life, and add a touch of history to your home or office with this exquisite Media Storehouse print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.2cm (11" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
A Moment of Respite Before the Long Journey: On Board the Emigrant Ship Sarnia of the Dominion Line, Belfast Lough, 1884 This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the history of emigration, as passengers on board the steamer Sarnia of the Dominion Line gather on deck in preparation for breakfast. Anchored in Belfast Lough, the ship is a hive of activity as the breakfast bell rings out, signaling the start of the day for the 21 passengers crammed into the foreground. Amidst the bustle, a weary traveler takes a moment to wash his face, perhaps reflecting on the long journey ahead to his new life in Canada. The intricately detailed interior of the ship, with its wooden panels and brass fixtures, contrasts starkly with the rough, unforgiving sea beyond. The cramped quarters and crowded conditions on board would have been a far cry from the luxurious cabins advertised by the shipping companies, but for many emigrants, the promise of a better life in the New World outweighed the hardships of the voyage. The Sarnia, launched in 1884, was one of many steamers that transported thousands of emigrants from Europe to North America. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of those brave souls who left their homelands in search of a new beginning, and serves as a poignant reminder of the human stories that underpin the broader narrative of emigration and the building of new communities in the New World.
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