Fine Art Print : Laying Cable to India
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Laying Cable to India
The Indo-European telegraph : landing the cable in the mud at Fao, in the Persian Gulf
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Media ID 597998
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1865 Cable Gulf Indo Landing Laying Persian Telegraph
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of communication with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating print, titled "Laying Cable to India" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in the Indo-European telegraph project as the cable is landed in the mud at Fao, in the Persian Gulf. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring vibrant colors and exceptional detail. Bring this piece of historical artistry into your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and relive the fascinating tale of human ingenuity and connectivity.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 historical print captures a pivotal moment in communication history - the laying of the Indo-European telegraph cable in 1865. The image shows workers diligently working to land the cable in the muddy shores of Fao, located in the Persian Gulf. This groundbreaking project connected Europe with India, revolutionizing long-distance communication.
The sheer determination and hard work of those involved in this monumental task is evident in this photograph. The men are seen grappling with the heavy cables, navigating through challenging terrain to ensure that this vital link between continents is successfully established.
As we look at this image, we are transported back to a time when technology was rapidly advancing and connecting people across vast distances like never before. The significance of this achievement cannot be understated, as it paved the way for future advancements in global communication.
Through this print from Mary Evans Picture Library, we are reminded of the ingenuity and perseverance of those who came before us, shaping our world into what it is today. It serves as a powerful reminder of how far we have come and how interconnected our world has become thanks to innovations like the Indo-European telegraph cable.
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