PANAMA CANAL, 1888. A street scene in the village of Culebra during the unsuccessful French attempt to dig a canal across the isthums in the 1880s. Wood engraving, English, 1888
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PANAMA CANAL, 1888. A street scene in the village of Culebra during the unsuccessful French attempt to dig a canal across the isthums in the 1880s. Wood engraving, English, 1888
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1888 Canal Culebra Cut Kite Latin America Latin American Panama Panamanian Street Scene Village
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This black and white wood engraving transports us back to the late 19th century, capturing a street scene in the village of Culebra during the ambitious yet unsuccessful French attempt to construct a canal across the isthmus of Panama. The print showcases a snapshot of daily life in this Latin American village, frozen in time. The image reveals an idyllic setting with quaint houses lining both sides of the street. People can be seen going about their day, perhaps engaged in conversations or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll. The atmosphere is filled with an air of simplicity and tranquility that belies the grand ambitions that once occupied this place. Intriguingly, amidst this serene scene, we notice a kite soaring high above the rooftops. Its presence adds an element of whimsy and playfulness to an otherwise ordinary moment captured by history. It serves as a reminder that even amid great endeavors and setbacks, life goes on with its simple joys. This wood engraving offers us not only a glimpse into one specific moment but also invites contemplation on human ambition and resilience. It reminds us that despite failures along our path towards progress, there is always beauty to be found in everyday moments – like children flying kites against the backdrop of dreams unrealized. As we gaze upon this historic print from 1888, we are transported through time to witness firsthand how life unfolded during those tumultuous years when dreams clashed with reality at the Panama Canal construction site.
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