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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
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of 'S.S. Amsterdam, c1910. Immigrant women and children from Eastern Europe, sitting' by 140_1707279 from Granger Art on Demand. This evocative photograph, captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in 1910, portrays a poignant moment on the deck of the S.S. Amsterdam as immigrants from Eastern Europe embark on their journey to America. Add this beautiful, historically significant piece to your home or office decor and let the story of human resilience and hope be a part of your daily life.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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