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Antique Framed Print : Steam - powered earth excavators
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Steam - powered earth excavators
Panama Canal: excavating with steam - powered earth excavators and earth transporters at Tabemilla during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the Panama Canal. Wood engraving, 1888
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Media ID 9700609
© Universal History Archive
1888 Elevated View Excavating Illustration Techniques Large Group Of People Looking Away Manual Worker Only Men Panama Canal Railroad Track Steam Steam Power Technology Wood Engraving Working De Lesseps
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 24.2cm (14.6" x 9.5")
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 print takes us back to the late 19th century, during the audacious attempt to dig the Panama Canal. The image showcases a large group of men working tirelessly with steam-powered earth excavators and earth transporters at Tabemilla. It is a testament to the incredible advancements in technology that were being made during this era. The scene depicts an elevated view of the excavation site, revealing a network of railroad tracks stretching into the distance. The massive steam-powered machines dominate the foreground, their imposing presence highlighting their importance in this ambitious project. Only men can be seen in this bustling scene, emphasizing the manual labor required for such an undertaking. The wood engraving technique used to create this print adds a touch of artistry to its historical significance. Every detail has been meticulously etched onto paper, capturing not only the machinery but also illustrating techniques employed by skilled craftsmen. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back in time - witnessing firsthand how human ingenuity harnessed steam power to reshape our world. This image serves as a reminder of both our capacity for innovation and our determination to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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