Suez Collection (page 3)

Camels along the side of the Suez Canal, Egypt
Vintage 19th century photograph: camels along the side of the Suez Canal, Egypt

Ships at Port Said, Suez Canal
Vintage 19th century photograph: ships at Port Said, Suez Canal

Ship in dry dock, Egypt, probably on the Suez Canal
Vintage 19th century photograph: ship in dry dock, Egypt, probably on the Suez Canal

Suez Canal office, Egypt
Vintage 19th century photograph: Suez Canal office, Egypt

Lighthouse Port Said, Egypt, Suez Canal
Vintage 19th century photograph: lighthouse Port Said, Egypt, Suez Canal

Ship in the Suez Canal, Egypt, ferry pier and boat
19th century vintage photograph: ship in the Suez Canal, Egyopt. Ferry pier and boat for crossing the canal, camels in the foreground

The arrival of a Russian Steamship at Suez, a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt, located on the north coast of the Gulf of Suez near the southern terminus of the Suez Canal Date: circa 1908

Melon sellers, Egypt
Melon sellers near the Suez Canal in Egypt offer up their wares. Date: circa 1930s

Exhibitions for Easter (engraving)
1612049 Exhibitions for Easter (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibitions for Easter. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 30 March 1850)

International Courtesy on the Way to China, the German Steamer "Prinz Heinrich"greeting HMS
1600056 International Courtesy on the Way to China, the German Steamer " Prinz Heinrich" greeting HMS " Highflyer" with the British National Anthem at Suez (litho) by Schonberg

Unloading Specie for India and China, at the Wharf, Suez (engraving)
1587553 Unloading Specie for India and China, at the Wharf, Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Unloading Specie for India and China, at the Wharf)

A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, illustration from The Valley of the Nile
STC89031 A Mahazi and a Soualeh Bedouin, illustration from The Valley of the Nile, engraved by Charles Bour (1814-81) pub

The first pick-up at the inauguration of the drilling works on the Suez Canal on 25 April
JLJ4623802 The first pick-up at the inauguration of the drilling works on the Suez Canal on 25 April 1859 The construction site in Egypt intended to connect the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea

The Port of Suez (Egypt), drawing by Karl Girardet (1813-1871
LSE4324314 The Port of Suez (Egypt), drawing by Karl Girardet (1813-1871) to illustrate the voyage to East Africa, in 1860, by Guillaume Lejean (1824-1871)

The Suez banquet reunited the worlds most important financiers
XEE4132970 The Suez banquet reunited the worlds most important financiers (Meeting of the members of the International Commission)

Entry of the Sovereign in the Suez Canal at Port Said in "
LSE4084824 Entry of the Sovereign in the Suez Canal at Port Said in " Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G. Nicole. 1869 by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

View of the Canal in "Inauguration of the Canal de suez by G. Nicole. 1869
LSE4084844 View of the Canal in " Inauguration of the Canal de suez by G. Nicole. 1869 by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Patrol of British Vickers Wellesley light bombers of the RAF flying over Suez, Egypt (b / w photo)
6014689 Patrol of British Vickers Wellesley light bombers of the RAF flying over Suez, Egypt (b/w photo) by English Photographer

The Suez Canal, c. 1875 (b / w photo)
473807 The Suez Canal, c.1875 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Suez Canal)

Egypt, British Burying Ground, Suez, Window in Suez, Suez, Window in Cairo, Maydoum, Pyramid (litho)
3651299 Egypt, British Burying Ground, Suez, Window in Suez, Suez, Window in Cairo, Maydoum, Pyramid (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Egypt)

The Egyptian Railway (engraving)
2772503 The Egyptian Railway (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Egyptian Railway)

Souvenir postcard of Port Tewfik, Suez Canal, Egypt. Date: circa 1900s

Souvenir postcard of the Suez Canal, Egypt. Date: circa 1900s

Jacobs Well, near Suez. circa 1860

The Suez Canal Works, Toosoomville, near Timsah, on the Road to Suez (engraving)
1588159 The Suez Canal Works, Toosoomville, near Timsah, on the Road to Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Suez Canal Works, Toosoomville)

Suez (engraving)
1617163 Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 June 1843)

Passengers boarding a ship of the Austrian Lloyd line at the port of Suez, Egypt (chromolitho)
1093876 Passengers boarding a ship of the Austrian Lloyd line at the port of Suez, Egypt (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustrations from Egypt (engraving)
1103075 Illustrations from Egypt (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrations from Egypt)

Canal Company office, Port Tewfik (Suez Port) in Suez, Egypt. Date: circa 1900

Opening of the New Dry Dock at Suez (engraving)
1610859 Opening of the New Dry Dock at Suez (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the New Dry Dock at Suez)

Suez Canal, Port-Said, Egypt
3618211 Suez Canal, Port-Said, Egypt by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Suez Canal, Port-Said, Egypt. It was built by the company of Ferdinand-Marie Lesseps (1805-1894)

Une tranchee au canal de Suez (engraving)
3655484 Une tranchee au canal de Suez (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Une tranchee au canal de Suez)

Allegory for the inauguration of the Suez Canal The Impress Eugenie (1826-1920
JLJ4577929 Allegory for the inauguration of the Suez Canal The Impress Eugenie (1826-1920) at Port Said (Port-Said) on November 17, 1869 in Egypt. Anonymous watercolour from 1869

Inauguration of the Suez Canal, November 17, 1869: arrival of the Impress Eugenie de
JLJ4614837 Inauguration of the Suez Canal, November 17, 1869: arrival of the Impress Eugenie de Montijo (1826-1920) in Cairo. Engraving of the 19th century. Private collection

Sketches of the Sudan (engraving)
1622314 Sketches of the Sudan (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of the Sudan)

Anthony Eden, British Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs, greeting soldiers of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force
6015166 Anthony Eden, British Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs, greeting soldiers of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force on their arrival at Suez, Egypt, World War II

Suez Canal at El Qantara, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
5322737 Suez Canal at El Qantara, c.1900 (colour photochrom); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez Canal which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez was)

Port Said, Suez, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
5322732 Port Said, Suez, c.1900 (colour photochrom); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez Canal which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez was constructed by)

Port Said, entrance to the Suez Canal, c. 1900 (colour photochrom)
5322731 Port Said, entrance to the Suez Canal, c.1900 (colour photochrom); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suez Canal which connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through the Isthmus of Suez)

Lake Timsah, Suez from opposite the chalet, 1856-60 (albumen print)
5322730 Lake Timsah, Suez from opposite the chalet, 1856-60 (albumen print) by Good, Frank Mason (fl.1860-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

Universal Exhibition: lecture by Ferdinand de Lesseps at the Pavilion of the Isthmus of
LSE4093091 Universal Exhibition: lecture by Ferdinand de Lesseps at the Pavilion of the Isthmus of Suez, 1867 by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Arrival of the sovereigns in Suez in "Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G
LSE4084843 Arrival of the sovereigns in Suez in " Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G. Nicole. 1869 by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

La Tribune des souverains in "Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G. Nicole
LSE4084828 La Tribune des souverains in " Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G. Nicole. 1869 by Riou, Edouard (1833-1900); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Picturesque Journey through the Isthmus of Suez (Plan of Suez) in "
LSE4084818 Picturesque Journey through the Isthmus of Suez (Plan of Suez) in " Inauguration of the Suez Canal by G. Nicole

The Baltic squadron crosses the Suez Canal - in "The Little Parisian"
LSE4098656 The Baltic squadron crosses the Suez Canal - in " The Little Parisian" from 11/12/1904 by French School

Allegory of the inauguration of the Suez Canal on 17 / 11 / 1869
LSE4098295 Allegory of the inauguration of the Suez Canal on 17/11/1869 by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Inauguration of the Suez Canal in Port-Said (Port said) - in "
LSE4094001 Inauguration of the Suez Canal in Port-Said (Port said) - in " Through the Isthmus of Suez" by Riou, Marius Fontaine, 1869

Portrait of Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894) diplomat and entrepreneur
LSE4325063 Portrait of Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894) diplomat and entrepreneur, promoter of the two ambitious projects: the Canals of Suez and Panama, drawing by Henri Rousseau

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"Suez: A Gateway to History and Adventure" Step into the world of maritime exploration with this captivating collection of hints showcasing the significance and allure of Suez. From vintage posters enticing travelers to embark on Aberdeen & Commonwealth Line cruises, to the enthralling sight of ships trapped in the Suez Canal during the Six-Day War, these snapshots offer a glimpse into a rich tapestry of events. The iconic poster for Aberdeen & Commonwealth Line to Australia beckons wanderlust souls seeking new horizons. Imagine setting sail on one of their majestic vessels, ready to embark on an unforgettable journey across vast oceans. In contrast, images depicting ships trapped in the Suez Canal during the tumultuous Six-Day War serve as a stark reminder that even such vital waterways can become arenas for conflict. These scenes encapsulate both tragedy and resilience as vessels navigate through treacherous waters amidst political turmoil. The historic map showcases an antique depiction of Arabian Peninsula and Persia, reminding us how trade routes have shaped civilizations throughout time. The intricate details invite contemplation about ancient voyages undertaken by brave explorers who braved unknown territories. Meanwhile, another map from 1897 highlights the strategic importance and engineering marvel that is the Suez Canal itself. This man-made wonder connects continents while facilitating global trade—a testament to human ingenuity and ambition. Delve deeper into history with glimpses at The Bentinck steamer—an emblematic vessel that plied its trade along this iconic route—and immerse yourself in vibrant artistry with "The Barber of Suez, " an oil painting capturing life along these bustling shores. As you explore further, discover enchanting sights like "The Casino" alongside Port Said's entrance to the Suez Canal—testimonies to leisurely pursuits enjoyed by those fortunate enough to traverse this gateway between East and West. Finally, let your imagination run wild as you envision yourself strolling through Egypt's Port Said docks, where bustling activity and cultural exchanges have thrived for centuries.