Poster Print : Man throwing building brick Alexandria, Egypt
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Man throwing building brick Alexandria, Egypt
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14348165
© Rod Shone /Mary Evans Picture Library
Alexandria Brick Shone Throwing
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating collection of poster prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of "Man throwing building brick, Alexandria, Egypt." This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the historic city of Alexandria. With the man in the foreground defiantly hurling a brick against the backdrop of ancient ruins, this powerful image is a poignant reminder of the passage of time and the resilience of the human spirit. Elevate your home or office decor with this stunning, rights managed poster print, and let the story of Alexandria come alive in your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" 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 39.8cm x 59.4cm (15.7" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, a man is captured in the midst of a laborious task, throwing a building brick in the ancient city of Alexandria, Egypt. The man's determined expression and the powerful motion of his arm as he hurls the brick towards an unseen structure, convey a sense of hard work and perseverance. The setting sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, with the rod and shone (rods and scaffolding) in the foreground adding depth and texture to the image. Alexandria, the pearl of the Mediterranean, is a city rich in history and culture. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, it has been an important center of commerce, culture, and learning for over two thousand years. The city's architectural heritage is a testament to its storied past, with many ancient structures still standing today. The man in the photograph is likely one of the many workers involved in the restoration and preservation of Alexandria's historic buildings. His labor, along with that of countless others, is essential to maintaining the city's unique character and ensuring that future generations can continue to appreciate its historical and cultural significance. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the human effort and dedication required to preserve the world's cultural heritage. It invites us to reflect on the importance of preserving our history, and the role we can play in ensuring that the stories of the past are not lost to the sands of time.
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