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S. S. AMSTERDAM, c1910. Immigrant women and children from Eastern Europe, sitting
S.S. AMSTERDAM, c1910.
Immigrant women and children from Eastern Europe, sitting on the deck of the S.S. Amsterdam, bound for America. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1910
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Media ID 12226894
1910 Babushka Benjamin Deck Eastern Europe Eastern European Floor Franc Frances Immigrant Johnston Mother Shawl Ship Steamship
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic photograph "S.S. Amsterdam, c1910: Immigrant Women and Children from Eastern Europe" by Frances Benjamin Johnston. This poignant image captures a moment in history as women and children from Eastern Europe sit on the deck of the S.S. Amsterdam, filled with hope and anticipation as they embark on their journey to America. Bring this powerful piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless beauty to your decor. Order now from Granger Art on Demand and let the story unfold.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 49.5cm x 40.6cm (19.5" 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 photograph captures a poignant moment in history as immigrant women and children from Eastern Europe sit on the deck of the S. S. Amsterdam, bound for America around 1910. The image, taken by renowned photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston, beautifully portrays the hopes and dreams of these individuals seeking a new life in a foreign land. The composition showcases a diverse group of mothers and their little ones seated on the ship's exterior floor. Clad in traditional babushkas and shawls, these brave women exude strength and resilience as they embark on this arduous journey across the Atlantic Ocean. The young boy featured in the foreground gazes curiously at the camera, perhaps pondering what awaits him in his new homeland. Meanwhile, an adorable girl sits beside her mother with an innocent expression that hints at both excitement and apprehension. This snapshot encapsulates early 20th-century immigration to America—a time when steamships like S. S. Amsterdam were vital conduits for those seeking better opportunities abroad. It serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by countless families who left behind everything they knew to pursue brighter futures. Frances Benjamin Johnston's masterful photography not only freezes this fleeting moment but also immortalizes these courageous souls who played pivotal roles in shaping American society during this transformative era.
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