Fine Art Print : Orphan Girls Emigrating to Canada
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Orphan Girls Emigrating to Canada
Girls on board the RMS Canada, June 13th 1924, in an emigration party to Canada organised by the Waifs and Strays Society. Date: 1924
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Media ID 14133991
© Mary Evans/Peter Higginbotham Collection
13th Emigration Organised Strays Waifs 1924
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the poignant history of Orphan Girls Emigrating to Canada with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, in partnership with Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, taken on June 13th, 1924, depicts a group of young girls aboard the RMS Canada, embarking on a new life in Canada as part of an emigration party organized by the Waifs and Strays Society. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials and techniques, allowing you to bring the rich storytelling of this historical moment into your home or office. Transport yourself back in time and add a touch of timeless beauty to your space with our Fine Art Print of Orphan Girls Emigrating to Canada.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 30.3cm (21" x 11.9")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in the lives of a group of young orphan girls as they embark on a new journey towards a better future in Canada. The image, taken on June 13th, 1924, shows the girls aboard the RMS Canada, a ship that had become a familiar sight for those seeking a new beginning in the land of opportunities. The girls, dressed in their best clothes and carrying their meager belongings, are filled with a mix of excitement and apprehension as they leave their homeland behind. The girls were part of an emigration party organized by the Waifs and Strays Society, a British charity that aimed to provide a better life for orphaned and abandoned children. The Society had arranged for their passage to Canada, where they would be placed in foster homes or apprenticed out to families in need of labor. The girls ranged in age from infancy to young adulthood, and they represented a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. The photograph captures the determination and resilience of these young girls as they embark on a new chapter in their lives. It is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles that many immigrants faced as they sought to build a new life in a new land. The image also highlights the important role that charities and organizations played in facilitating the emigration of vulnerable children, providing them with a chance at a better future. The RMS Canada, a sturdy and reliable ship, sailed the Atlantic Ocean with the girls on board, carrying them towards their new home in Canada. The photograph is a testament to the enduring spirit of hope and perseverance that defined the immigrant experience, and it serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of charity and compassion.
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