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Great retaining walls along the flank of Soangiri Hill
Great retaining walls along the flank of Soangiri Hill; at 4 1/4 miles Date: 1856
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1856 Alice Bhore Clowser Ghat Peninsula Swainston Tredwell
14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the timeless beauty of "Great retaining walls along the flank of Soangiri Hill," an exquisite photograph from our Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken in 1856, showcases the impressive architecture and engineering feat of the retaining walls that grace the side of Soangiri Hill. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online, this photograph is a testament to the rich history and intriguing landscapes of the past. Bring this striking piece of history into your home or office as a conversation starter or a source of inspiration. Experience the allure of the past with every detail in this breathtaking photograph.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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Great Retaining Walls Along the Flank of Soangiri Hill (1856): A Testament to Engineering Marvels of the Past This photograph, taken in 1856, showcases the impressive retaining walls that cling to the side of Soangiri Hill in India. The image, which measures 4 1/4 miles in length, offers a glimpse into the intricate engineering feats that were crucial for transportation in the Indian Peninsula during the 19th century. The hillside, dotted with lush greenery, serves as a dramatic backdrop to the stone structures that hold the ground in place. These retaining walls, built to prevent landslides and maintain the stability of the hillside, were essential for the construction of the railway line that snakes its way through the landscape. The railway, an engineering marvel of its time, revolutionized transportation in India by connecting various parts of the country, enabling the efficient movement of goods and people. The railway line, which can be seen in the background of the photograph, is the Bhore line, a section of the Great Indian Peninsula Railway. The photograph, taken by an unknown photographer, features prominently in the works of several notable figures of the time, including Alice Clowes, Swainston Tredwell, and John Henry Phelps. Their detailed descriptions and annotations provide valuable insights into the construction process and the challenges faced during the implementation of the railway project. This photograph, with its intricate details and historical significance, offers a fascinating window into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of the engineers and laborers who built the railway line and the retaining walls that supported it.
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