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The Barrage of the Nile (litho)
1615507 The Barrage of the Nile (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Barrage of the Nile. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 April 1898.
G Montbard); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23090114
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Assiout Bactrian Camel Barrage Camel Camels Completed Conveying East First Cataract Level Limestone Loading Loye Charles Auguste 1841 1905 Montbard G Montbard George Nile River Nile Showing Site Sleepers South Towing Cargoes Ibrim Kasr Sudan
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The Barrage of the Nile - A Glimpse into Egypt's Engineering Marvels
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. This print captures a historic moment in Egypt's engineering history - "The Barrage of the Nile". Created by Charles Auguste Loye, this lithograph takes us back to 1898 when the completion of the first cataract dam brought about significant changes along the River Nile. Intricately detailed, Loye's illustration showcases a bustling scene at the construction site. The director general of reservoirs, Mr. W Willcocks, oversees operations as workers load limestone onto boats for transportation from Lehawa and Assouan quarries. Tugboats tow these loaded vessels through calm waters while camels carry heavy cargoes on land. The image also highlights various modes of transport used during that era - from traditional boats navigating the river to camel caravans traversing dusty paths. These means of transportation were crucial in conveying materials and people across vast distances. Not only does this artwork provide insight into Egypt's ambitious engineering project but it also offers glimpses into daily life along the Nile. Wildlife animals like Bactrian camels add an element of natural beauty to this industrious scene. Loye's lithograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and determination in taming nature for societal progress. It reminds us how ancient civilizations harnessed their resources and expertise to shape their environment according to their needs. This remarkable piece is not just an artistic representation; it is a window into history, showcasing both man-made wonders and harmonious coexistence with nature along one of Africa's most iconic rivers.
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