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Antique Framed Print : P. & O. Steam Navigation Company Office in Suez, Egypt
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P. & O. Steam Navigation Company Office in Suez, Egypt
Peninsular and Oriental (P. & O.) Steam Navigation Company Office at Port Tewfik in the Suez harbour, Egypt. P&O was a public British shipping and logistics company before it was sold to DP World in 2006. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14403119
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Administration Administrations Logistics Navigation Office Offices Palm Palms Peninsular Shipping Suez Tewfik
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23cm (14.6" x 9.1")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to the bustling Suez harbor in Egypt around 1908. The Peninsular and Oriental (P. & O.) Steam Navigation Company Office at Port Tewfik stands proudly against the backdrop of the vast harbor, its imposing architecture a testament to the British presence in Egypt during that era. The P&O was a renowned public British shipping and logistics company, known for its extensive maritime routes and administrative prowess. The image reveals a tranquil scene, with palm trees lining the shore and a few boats anchored in the harbor. A dog sits casually in the foreground, adding a touch of warmth and liveliness to the image. The company's offices, with their grandiose columns and intricate detailing, exude an air of authority and efficiency. The building's design reflects the blend of Western and Middle Eastern architectural influences, a reflection of the diverse cultural exchange that took place during this period. The P. & O. Steam Navigation Company Office at Port Tewfik served as the administrative hub for the company's operations in Suez, overseeing the loading and unloading of cargo, the maintenance of ships, and the coordination of passenger services. The image offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily workings of the company and the role it played in facilitating trade and travel between Europe and the Middle East during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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