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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
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Aswan Build Excavation Nile Niles Region Reservoir 1902
12"x10" Modern Frame
Step back in time with our stunning Framed Print of 'Excavation for Aswan Dam, Egypt' by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1902, transports you to the Bab-El-Kibir region of Egypt where the historic excavation for the Aswan Dam was in progress. Add this exquisite piece to your home or office to ignite conversations and inspire a sense of wonder about the past. Our high-quality framed print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike. Order yours today and bring a piece of history into your space.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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