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Excavation for Aswan Dam, Egypt
Excavation in progress for the Niles Aswan Dam in the Bab-El-Kibir region of Egypt. Date: 1902
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Media ID 14122960
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Ins. of Civil Engineers
Aswan Build Excavation Nile Niles Region Reservoir 1902
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Step back in time with our stunning Excavation for Aswan Dam poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you to the heart of Egypt in 1902 as the Nile River's Aswan Dam begins its transformation. Witness the awe-inspiring excavation process in the Bab-El-Kibir region, a testament to human ingenuity and perseverance. Bring history to life in your home or office with this evocative and intriguing poster print from Media Storehouse's extensive collection."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 photograph depicts the early stages of the excavation process for the Aswan Dam in Egypt's Bab-El-Kibir region, taken in the year 1902. The Aswan Dam, a colossal engineering feat, was built on the Nile River with the primary purpose of controlling the annual flooding and providing irrigation and hydroelectric power to the agricultural lands and growing population of Egypt. The image captures the raw power and determination of the workers as they laboriously excavate the bedrock, paving the way for the dam's foundation. The vast expanse of the river and the seemingly endless desert landscape in the background serve as a testament to the monumental scale of the project. The Aswan Dam holds significant historical importance, not only for Egypt but for the entire continent of Africa. It was the first major hydroelectric power project in Africa and the largest dam in the world at the time of its completion in 1902. The dam's construction marked a turning point in Egypt's history, enabling the country to harness the power of the Nile and transform its agricultural economy. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time, witnessing the early stages of a project that would forever change the landscape and the lives of millions. The determination and perseverance of the workers, the vastness of the Nile, and the unyielding desert landscape all converge to create a powerful and awe-inspiring image that continues to captivate our imagination.
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