Poster Print : Shipping at the entrance to the Suez Canal, Egypt
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Shipping at the entrance to the Suez Canal, Egypt
Shipping at the entrance to the Suez Canal, in Port Said, Egypt. Date: circa 1890
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Media ID 14258384
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Canal Canals Quay Quayside Shipping Suez
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the historic beauty of Egypt's Suez Canal to your home or office with our stunning poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken circa 1890, depicts the bustling activity of shipping entering the Suez Canal in Port Said, Egypt. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this high-quality poster print is a true work of art that will transport you to a bygone era. Perfect for maritime enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone looking to add a touch of adventure to their space. Order now and let this timeless photograph tell a story in your home or office.
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 53.6cm x 42cm (21.1" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Shipping at the Entrance to the Suez Canal, Port Said, Egypt (circa 1890): A Captivating Glimpse into the Past This evocative photograph captures the bustling activity at the entrance to the Suez Canal in Port Said, Egypt, around the turn of the 20th century. The Suez Canal, an engineering marvel of the late 19th century, connected the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, significantly reducing the time and cost of shipping between Europe and Asia. The image showcases a diverse array of ships, anchored or moored at the quay, awaiting their turn to transit through the canal. The ships, with their distinctive sails and smokestacks, represent the various maritime nations that utilized this vital waterway. The quayside, lined with buildings and cranes, bustles with activity as workers load and unload cargo, while the Egyptian flags flying proudly attest to the canal's status as an integral part of the country's identity. The photograph offers a captivating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era of global exploration and connection. The Suez Canal, which opened in 1869, played a pivotal role in the history of international trade and diplomacy, and this image offers a unique perspective on the vibrant and dynamic world that existed along its shores. This photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a testament to the enduring allure of the Suez Canal and the vital role it continues to play in the global maritime community. The image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a valuable addition to any collection focused on transportation, history, or the Middle East.
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