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Building Panama canal, Works at Emperador
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. Works at Emperador
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Media ID 23446888
Attempt Build Canal Ferdinand Lesseps Panama Relates Supervision Emperador
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 21.3cm (15.6" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
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 photograph captures the early attempts to build the Panama Canal during the late 19th century, specifically during the first French-led effort under the supervision of Ferdinand de Lesseps at the site of Emperador, Panama. The image dates back to the 1880s and provides a glimpse into the rich history and cultural significance of this engineering marvel. The French company, Compagnie Universelle du Canal Interocéanique, began construction in 1881, but faced numerous challenges, including the harsh tropical climate, difficult terrain, and the spread of diseases such as yellow fever and malaria. Despite these obstacles, de Lesseps, a renowned diplomat and explorer, remained committed to the project. The photograph shows the workers, dressed in traditional attire, toiling away at the construction site. The image is a testament to the determination and perseverance of the laborers who played a crucial role in the early stages of the canal's development. The image also highlights the ingenuity and technological advancements of the time, as evidenced by the heavy machinery and tools visible in the background. The Panama Canal, which was eventually completed in 1914 under American leadership, revolutionized international trade and travel by connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This photograph serves as an important reminder of the early efforts and challenges faced during the canal's construction, making it an invaluable piece of historical and cultural heritage.
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