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Poster Prints From Mary Evans Picture Library
Travel / Emigration / USA
A rejected immigrant at Ellis Island, New York
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Media ID 571568
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10003933
Ellis Emigration Immigrant Rejected
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the poignant history of travel and emigration with our selection of poster prints from Mary Evans Picture Library at Media Storehouse. This evocative image captures the essence of the American dream and the sacrifices made during the immigrant experience. Witness the determination in the face of a rejected applicant at Ellis Island, New York, as he holds on to his cherished belongings, symbolizing the hope and resilience that defined generations of immigrants. Bring this powerful narrative into your home or office and ignite meaningful conversations with our high-quality, museum-grade poster prints.
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 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 poignant moment in the annals of American history is captured in this photograph of a rejected immigrant at Ellis Island, New York, in 1911. The image, from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to an era when the United States served as a beacon of hope and opportunity for millions from around the world. Yet, for this unidentified individual, the promise of a new life in America was not to be. As part of the country's stringent immigration process, Ellis Island served as the primary gateway for newcomers arriving by sea between 1892 and 1954. The island's processing center was a critical juncture, where the hopes and dreams of aspiring immigrants were either realized or dashed. This photograph offers a glimpse into the latter, revealing the disappointment and despair etched on the face of a man who, for reasons unknown, was denied entry into the United States. The intricacies of the immigration process are evident in the scene, with a doctor examining the man's papers while a clerk looks on. The man's belongings are scattered at his feet, including a suitcase and a hat, symbolizing the abrupt halt to his journey. The backdrop of the Ellis Island ferry, with its promise of a new beginning for those who passed muster, adds to the poignancy of the moment. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the complexities and challenges of the immigrant experience, and the myriad emotions that came with it. It stands as a testament to the enduring human spirit, and the unwavering desire for a better life, even in the face of adversity.
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