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Mounted Print : Canal of Suez. The bitter lakes - The north light-house, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
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Canal of Suez. The bitter lakes - The north light-house, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Canal of Suez. The bitter lakes - The north light-house, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards
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Media ID 18385932
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Black Smoke Calm Canal Cream Cream Colour Lighthouse Mediterranean Mediterranean Sea Nautical Panoramic Photography Shipping Route Suez Canal Turquoise Voyage Waterway Hand Tinted Letterbox Format Mizraim
10"x8" Mount with 8"x6" Print
Step back in time with our vintage Mounted Photo of the Canal of Suez, featuring the iconic North Lighthouse. This captivating image, captured between 1918 and 1939, showcases the historic Bitter Lakes area during a significant period in maritime history. The North Lighthouse stands proudly in the background, its beacon guiding ships through the Suez Canal. Add this unique, unknown creator piece to your collection and bring a piece of history into your home or office. From an album of postcards in our Media Storehouse archive.
Printed on 8"x6" paper and suitable for use in a 10"x8" frame (frame not included). Prints are mounted with card both front and back. Featuring a custom cut aperture to match chosen image. Professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper.
Photo prints supplied in custom cut card mount ready for framing
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 8.8cm (8" x 3.5")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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.
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This print captures the serene beauty of the Canal of Suez, specifically focusing on the enchanting Bitter Lakes and its iconic North Lighthouse. Taken between 1918 and 1939 by an unknown creator, this hand-coloured postcard showcases the remarkable geographical features that make Egypt a truly mesmerizing country. The image portrays a calm day in cream-coloured tones, with turquoise waters reflecting the clear sky above. The panoramic photography format allows for a wide view of this nautical scene, where ships peacefully navigate through the shipping route connecting Europe to Asia. Wisps of black smoke rise from their chimneys as they sail towards their destinations. The North Lighthouse stands tall against this picturesque backdrop, guiding ships safely through these historic waterways. Its presence adds a touch of elegance to an already breathtaking landscape. This vintage print transports us back in time to an era when travel was more leisurely and adventurous. It reminds us of the importance of water transport as a vital means for global trade and exploration. As we admire this hand-tinted photograph, we can't help but appreciate how it encapsulates both natural beauty and human ingenuity. It serves as a reminder that even amidst changing times, certain landmarks endure as symbols of our shared history and interconnectedness across continents.
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