Photographic 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
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating "Suez Canal Opens" photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, now available as a stunning print from Media Storehouse. This iconic image, taken from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the historic moment during the blessing ceremony of the Suez Canal in the presence of His Majesty King Fuad I of Egypt and His Majesty King George VI of the United Kingdom. Transport yourself back in time with this exquisite print, a perfect addition to any wall in your home or office, celebrating the rich history and cultural significance of this engineering marvel. Order your Media Storehouse photographic print of "Suez Canal Opens" today and bring a piece of history into your space.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 24.3cm (14" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 35.5cm x 27.9cm (14" x 11")
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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