Fine Art Print : Empress of Ireland Sinks
Fine Art Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Empress of Ireland Sinks
Following the collision with a a Norwegian collier, passengers below decks of the listing Canadian liner struggle up stairs in the dark
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Media ID 624379
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10066138
Collier Collision Decks Empress Listing Norwegian Passengers Sinks Stairs Struggle Liner
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the raw emotion and drama of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this powerful image by Mary Evans Picture Library. Witness the poignant moment as passengers of the Empress of Ireland struggle to escape the sinking Canadian liner in the aftermath of a collision with a Norwegian collier. This evocative print, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time, offering a haunting reminder of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. Add this captivating piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office.
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 40.6cm x 50.7cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This haunting print captures a tragic moment in history as the Empress of Ireland sinks into the dark waters following a collision with a Norwegian collier in 1914. The image shows passengers below decks of the listing Canadian liner struggling to make their way up stairs in the darkness, desperate to escape the impending disaster.
The sheer terror and chaos of this fateful event is palpable in this historical photograph, as individuals frantically try to navigate their way to safety. The stark contrast between the dimly lit stairwell and the darkness surrounding them serves as a poignant reminder of the harrowing circumstances these passengers found themselves in.
As one looks at this image, they can't help but feel a sense of sorrow for those who perished and admiration for those who fought against all odds to survive. The Empress of Ireland may have met her tragic end that day, but her story lives on through images like this one, preserving her place in transport history.
This powerful photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library serves as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictable nature of maritime travel. It stands as a testament to both human resilience and vulnerability in times of crisis.
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