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Jenny Lind, the Swedish Nightingale, on the US mail boat Atlantic, Liverpool, August 1850
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Jenny Lind, the Swedish Nightingale, on the US mail boat Atlantic, Liverpool, August 1850
Jenny Lind, the Swedish Nightingale, on the US mail boat Atlantic, Liverpool, August 1850. Opera singer Jenny lind, being given an enthusiastic send-off on her journey to America. A print from The Illustrated London News, 24th August 1850
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Atlantic Celebrity Crowds Departing Departure Entertainer Enthusiastic Funnel Jenny Jenny Lind Johanna Maria Lind Lind Madame Jenny Lind Goldschmidt Mail Mersey Opera Singer Paddle Steamer Popular Popularity Post River Mersey Steamship Transatlantic Ann Ronan Pictures Print Collector7 Send Off
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This print captures a significant moment in the life of Jenny Lind, the renowned Swedish opera singer known as the "Swedish Nightingale". Taken in August 1850 on the US mail boat Atlantic in Liverpool, this image showcases Lind being given an enthusiastic send-off on her journey to America. Surrounded by crowds of admirers, Lind stands tall and elegant on the deck of the ship. The towering funnel behind her symbolizes both her popularity and the power of transatlantic communication during that time. As she prepares to depart from her home country, Lind's presence exudes grace and confidence. The composition beautifully highlights not only Lind but also the scenic River Mersey where this historic event took place. The paddle steamer glides through calm waters, representing both transportation and connection between nations. This visual juxtaposition emphasizes how Lind's talent transcends geographical boundaries. Lind's immense popularity is evident from this image alone - it is no wonder she was considered one of Europe's most beloved entertainers at that time. Her departure for America marked a new chapter in her career as she aimed to captivate audiences across the United States with her mesmerizing voice. This engraving serves as a testament to Jenny Lind's impact on music history and reminds us of a bygone era when steamships were vital for international travel. It encapsulates both excitement and anticipation, inviting viewers to imagine themselves among those cheering crowds bidding farewell to an extraordinary artist embarking on an unforgettable adventure across continents.
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