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Aswan Dam under construction



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Aswan Dam under construction

A photograph of the Aswan dam during its construction, particularly showing its extensive Sluices lined with Ashlar. Date: 1902

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Media ID 14122954

© Mary Evans Picture Library/Ins. of Civil Engineers

Ashlar Aswan Build Builders Nile Niles Sluices


A1 (84.1 x 59.4cm) Poster Print

"Discover the historical beauty of the Aswan Dam under construction with our stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to 1902 when this engineering marvel was still a work in progress. The meticulously crafted Sluices, lined with Ashlar, add to the intrigue, making this poster a perfect addition to any history or engineering enthusiast's collection. With its high-quality print and vibrant colors, this poster is sure to bring a touch of history into your space."

A1 Poster (84.1 x 59.4cm, 33.1" x 23.4" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 71.8cm x 59.4cm (28.3" x 23.4")

Estimated Product Size is 84.1cm x 59.4cm (33.1" x 23.4")

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
Aswan Dam Under Construction: An Historical Milestone in Engineering and Water Management (1902) This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history of engineering and water management in Egypt, as it depicts the Aswan Dam under construction in 1902. The dam, located in Aswan, Egypt, near the border with Sudan, is a testament to human ingenuity and the indomitable spirit of builders who dared to tame the mighty Nile River. The extensive sluices in the foreground of the image are a key feature of the dam, designed to control the flow of water and prevent potential flooding. The sluices are lined with Ashlar, a type of rough-hewn stone, which not only adds to the dam's impressive appearance but also ensures its durability and resistance to the harsh desert climate. The construction of the Aswan Dam began in 1899, with the primary objective of providing a reliable water supply for the irrigation of farmlands in Egypt and Sudan, as well as generating hydroelectric power. The dam was a collaborative effort between Egypt and the United Kingdom, with the British engineering firm John A. Fowler and Co. leading the construction. The photograph serves as a reminder of the significant role that engineering projects, such as the Aswan Dam, have played in shaping the history of North Africa and the Nile Valley. It also highlights the importance of water management in the region, which remains a crucial issue to this day. The Aswan Dam continues to stand as a symbol of human achievement and the enduring power of human determination in the face of nature's challenges.

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