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Poster Print : Building Panama canal, Canal basin
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Building Panama canal, Canal basin
Vintage 19th century photograph: Image relates to the first French led attempt to build the Panama canal in the 1880s under the supervision of Ferdinand de Lesseps. Canal basin
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Media ID 23446874
Attempt Basin Build Canal Ferdinand Lesseps Panama Relates Supervision
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our captivating Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the vintage 19th century image of the Canal Basin during the first French attempt to build the Panama Canal. This intriguing photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you to the era of Ferdinand de Lesseps' pioneering engineering efforts. Bring the rich history of this engineering marvel into your home or office with our high-quality, vibrant poster prints. Perfect for history enthusiasts, educators, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of historical imagery.
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 59.4cm x 34.7cm (23.4" x 13.7")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 vintage 19th century photograph captures the early attempts to build the Panama Canal during the French-led project under the supervision of Ferdinand de Lesseps in the 1880s. The image shows the canal basin, a crucial element of the engineering marvel that aimed to connect the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The attempt to construct the canal began in the 1870s and continued into the 1890s, making it a significant period in the history of infrastructure development. The scene depicted in the photograph is a testament to the engineering prowess of the era and the determination of those involved in the project. The basin, surrounded by lush vegetation and workers in traditional attire, exudes a sense of anticipation and excitement. The image also provides a glimpse into the cultural heritage of the time, with the diverse workforce reflecting the global reach of the endeavor. Despite the challenges faced during the construction, including the difficult terrain and the high death toll due to diseases such as malaria and yellow fever, the French effort paved the way for the eventual completion of the canal in the early 20th century by the United States. This photograph serves as a reminder of the early attempts to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.
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