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Steam - powered earth excavators
Panama Canal: excavating with steam - powered earth excavators and earth transporters at Tabemilla during the de Lesseps attempt to dig the Panama Canal. Wood engraving, 1888
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Media ID 9700609
© Universal History Archive
1888 Elevated View Excavating Illustration Techniques Large Group Of People Looking Away Manual Worker Only Men Panama Canal Railroad Track Steam Steam Power Technology Wood Engraving Working De Lesseps
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 25.9cm (15.6" x 10.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the late 19th century, during the audacious attempt to dig the Panama Canal. The image showcases a large group of men working tirelessly with steam-powered earth excavators and earth transporters at Tabemilla. It is a testament to the incredible advancements in technology that were being made during this era. The scene depicts an elevated view of the excavation site, revealing a network of railroad tracks stretching into the distance. The massive steam-powered machines dominate the foreground, their imposing presence highlighting their importance in this ambitious project. Only men can be seen in this bustling scene, emphasizing the manual labor required for such an undertaking. The wood engraving technique used to create this print adds a touch of artistry to its historical significance. Every detail has been meticulously etched onto paper, capturing not only the machinery but also illustrating techniques employed by skilled craftsmen. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are transported back in time - witnessing firsthand how human ingenuity harnessed steam power to reshape our world. This image serves as a reminder of both our capacity for innovation and our determination to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges.
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