Print of The First Attempt at Launching Cleopatra's Needle

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Framed Print of The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910)

The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910). Cleopatras Needle was originally erected in the Egyptian city of Heliopolis on the orders of Thutmose III, around 1450 BC. It remained in Alexandria until October 1877 when it was transport to London funded by William James Erasmus Wilson. From The Strand Magazine. [George Newnes Ltd. London, 1910]. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector

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Egyptian Obelisk , Ancient Architecture , Ancient Egyptian Obelisk , The Strand Magazine Illustrations , Egyptian Heritage Images , London Landmark History

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Bring a piece of history into your home with our Framed Print featuring the image "The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910)" from Heritage Images. This vintage photograph shows the legendary Cleopatra's Needle during its first failed attempt at being launched from its ancient site in Egypt and transported to England. The intricate details and rich colors of this timeless image are beautifully preserved in this print. Add an element of history and sophistication to your decor with this piece.

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Photo Prints - Experience history in high definition with Media Storehouse's photographic print of "The First Attempt at Launching, 1877, (1910)" from Heritage Images. This image shows the ambitious attempt to launch Cleopatra's Needle, an ancient Egyptian obelisk, from its original site in Heliopolis to London, England. Relive the past with this stunning, museum-quality print, perfect for adding historical depth to any room in your home or office. With vivid colors and exceptional detail, this photographic print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Order now and bring a piece of the past into your present.

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.2cm (9.6" x 6.8")

Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")