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Antique Framed Print : Dock of the Suez Canal Company at Ismailia, Egypt
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Dock of the Suez Canal Company at Ismailia, Egypt
Dock of the Suez Canal Company at Ismailia, a city in north-eastern Egypt. The Suez Canal Company was created by Ferdinand de Lesseps and was responsible for the construction of the Suez Canal as well as its operation until the 1950s. Date: circa 1910
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Media ID 14402966
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Anchorage Canal Canals Compagnie Dock Docks Forest Forests Ismailia Landing Maritime Palm Palms Ports Stages Suez Universelle
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.4cm (14.6" x 9.2")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
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.
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A serene moment at the Dock of the Suez Canal Company in Ismailia, Egypt, circa 1910. The Suez Canal, an engineering marvel of the late 19th century, was the brainchild of Ferdinand de Lesseps and his Compagnie Universelle du Canal Maritime de Suez. This image captures the tranquil beauty of the docking area, where ships and boats of various sizes and shapes come to rest after a long journey through the canal. The lush greenery of the forested area surrounding the dock provides a striking contrast to the industrial structures and the vast expanse of water. Palm trees, a symbol of Egypt's tropical climate, line the dock, their fronds swaying gently in the breeze. The landing stages, with their intricate designs and ornate railings, are a testament to the grandeur of the Suez Canal Company. The anchorage at Ismailia was an essential stop for ships traveling between Europe and Asia, allowing them to restock and take on water before continuing their journey. The Suez Canal significantly reduced the distance and time required for such voyages, making it a vital trade route for nations around the world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Suez Canal was a symbol of human ingenuity and the beginning of a new era in global trade and travel.
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