Poster Print : Emigration - A melancholy prospect

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Emigration - A melancholy prospect

Emigration - A melancholy prospect.
19th century

Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries

Media ID 23096248

© Mary Evans Picture Library

Agriculture Crops Emigration Farmer Farmers Hard Melancholy Poor Prospect

27x27 inch Poster Print

Experience the poignant beauty of history with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Poster Prints collection. This evocative image, titled "Emigration - A melancholy prospect," captures the bittersweet moment of departure from the familiar, as seen through the lens of 19th-century photographer Mary Evans. The haunting scene of families bidding farewell to their loved ones as they embark on a journey across the sea is a poignant reminder of the human spirit's resilience and the enduring power of hope. Bring this captivating piece of history into your home or office and let it inspire reflection and conversation. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Emigration - A melancholy prospect" today and add a touch of timeless elegance to your space.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.

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 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
is a poignant and evocative image from the 19th century that captures the harsh realities and emotional turmoil of rural poverty and the decision to emigrate. The photograph, taken during the Victorian era, depicts a group of men standing at the edge of a barren and desolate farm, their faces etched with worry and sadness as they gaze upon their meager crops and the vast expanse of land before them. The scene is one of hardship and struggle, with the men's worn clothing and weary expressions reflecting the physical and emotional toll of farming in an unforgiving environment. The poor quality of the crops, which appear stunted and struggling to survive, underscores the futility of their labor and the precariousness of their livelihoods. Despite the obvious challenges, there is a sense of determination and resilience in the men's posture and demeanor. Their gazes, however, are fixed on the horizon, as if contemplating the difficult decision to leave their homeland in search of a better future. The title of the photograph, "Emigration - A Melancholy Prospect," speaks to the bittersweet nature of their predicament: the sadness of leaving behind all that is familiar and the hope of a new beginning in a foreign land. This powerful and evocative image offers a glimpse into the lives of farmers and rural laborers during the 19th century, highlighting the harsh realities of poverty and the emotional toll of making the decision to emigrate. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that many endured in the pursuit of a better life and a brighter future.

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