Framed Print : Just through the Gaillard Cut, Panama Canal
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Just through the Gaillard Cut, Panama Canal
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Media ID 4478041
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10438365
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Just through the Gaillard Cut, Panama Canal" print from our Media Storehouse Framed Prints collection. This breathtaking image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal in all its glory. Witness the intricate details of ships passing through the Gaillard Cut as the waters flow seamlessly behind them. This high-quality print is perfect for adding a touch of adventure and history to any room in your home or office. Framed in a contemporary style, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a source of inspiration. Bring the wonders of the world into your space with our Framed Prints collection.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 50.8cm x 45.7cm (20" x 18")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 45.7cm (22" x 18")
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
Just Through the Gaillard Cut, Panama Canal" is an evocative and historically significant photograph capturing the moment of triumph as a ship sails through the Gaillard Cut, a crucial section of the Panama Canal. The image, taken in the 1910s, showcases the engineering marvel of the canal and the awe-inspiring experience of transiting this waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. The Gaillard Cut, named after Philippe Bunau-Varilla, the French engineer who oversaw its construction, is a narrow and winding section of the canal, flanked by steep, jungle-covered hills. The engineering challenge of building the canal through this area was immense, requiring the excavation of over 30 million cubic yards of earth and rock. The photograph captures the ship's small size in comparison to the vastness of the surrounding landscape, emphasizing the engineering feat that made this passage possible. The 1910s were a pivotal time in the history of the Panama Canal. After years of construction delays, political turmoil, and financial struggles, the canal was finally completed in 1914. The opening of the canal revolutionized global trade and travel, reducing the time and cost of shipping between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. This photograph serves as a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the engineers, laborers, and politicians who made the Panama Canal a reality. The image also offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the ships of the early 20th century and the unique experience of transiting the canal during its early years. The photograph's composition, with the ship's sails billowing in the wind and the lush green hills in the background, conveys a sense of adventure and discovery. Overall, "Just Through the Gaillard Cut, Panama Canal" is a captivating and historically significant photograph that transports us back in time to witness the marvel of this engineering feat and the excitement of the early days of the Panama Canal.
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