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Construction of the pyramids
Constructing the pyramids: using vast wooden ramps to haul the stones into place
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Media ID 20142339
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Constructing Haul Pyramid Pyramids Ramps Stones Vast
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of the Constructing the Pyramids from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the engineering marvel of ancient Egypt as vast wooden ramps are used to transport and place massive stones, bringing the mystery and grandeur of the pyramids right into your home. Our high-quality, vibrant canvas prints are sure to become a conversation starter and add a touch of history and culture to any room.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Constructing the Pyramids: Using Vast Wooden Ramps to Haul Stones into Place The construction of the ancient Egyptian pyramids is one of the most fascinating and enduring mysteries of history. This image from Mary Evans Prints Online offers a glimpse into the engineering marvel that brought these monumental structures to life. In the heart of Egypt's desert plateau, workers labor tirelessly to erect a pyramid, using vast wooden ramps as the key to transporting massive limestone blocks into place. The pyramid, believed to be a tomb for the pharaoh Khafre, is shown in its early stages of development, with the outer casing yet to be added. The construction process began with the clearing of the site and the excavation of the pyramid's foundation. Once the foundation was laid, workers used copper chisels and wooden mallets to shape and smooth the limestone blocks. These blocks were then transported from the quarry sites, often located several kilometers away, to the construction site using a complex system of ramps and sledges. The use of wooden ramps was a crucial innovation in the construction of the pyramids. These ramps, made from cedar and acacia trees, were built in a zigzag pattern, allowing the blocks to be pulled up using ropes and levers. As the pyramid grew taller, the ramp was extended, sometimes reaching up to 147 meters in length. The image captures the sheer scale of the construction effort, with workers and laborers toiling under the hot Egyptian sun. The pyramids are a testament to the ingenuity, determination, and engineering prowess of the ancient Egyptians, and this photograph offers a unique glimpse into the construction process that brought these awe-inspiring structures to life.
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