Poster Print : Suez Canal Opens
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Suez Canal Opens
The Canal is blessed, in the presence of the royal visitors
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Media ID 625196
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1869 Blessed Canal Canals Opening Opens Presence Suez Visitors
18x24 inch Poster Print
Introducing the "Suez Canal Opens" poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic image captures the historic moment as the Suez Canal was blessed in the presence of His Majesty King Fuad I of Egypt and King George VI of the United Kingdom, marking the official opening of this engineering marvel in 1951. Rich in history and detail, this evocative poster print is a must-have for any history or travel enthusiast's collection. The high-quality print is sure to bring a touch of timeless elegance to your home or office. Order yours today and be a part of history!
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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 historic photograph captures the momentous occasion of the Suez Canal's inauguration on November 17, 1869. The Suez Canal, a marvel of engineering and transportation, had been a decade in the making and was set to revolutionize maritime travel between Europe and Asia. In the foreground of the image, we see the canal's construction foreman, Ferdinand de Lesseps, standing proudly with his hands behind his back, gazing out at the waterway that he had brought to life. Surrounding him are a group of distinguished royal visitors, including Emperor Frederick III of Germany, King Leopold II of Belgium, and King Theodore II of Greece. The dignitaries, dressed in their finest attire, are shown in a reverent and respectful posture, as if paying homage to the engineering feat before them. The waters of the canal are calm and tranquil, reflecting the clear blue sky above. A traditional Egyptian sailing boat, adorned with colorful sails and ornate decorations, glides smoothly through the canal, adding a sense of tradition and cultural significance to the scene. The caption "The Suez Canal Opens (The Canal is blessed, in the presence of the royal visitors)" speaks to the sense of awe and reverence that surrounded the canal's opening. The event was not only a triumph of human engineering, but also a symbol of international cooperation and diplomacy. The Suez Canal would go on to play a pivotal role in world history, enabling the rapid movement of goods, ideas, and people between continents. This photograph captures a moment in time when history was made, and the world became a little smaller.
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