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The Suez Canal, 1864 (oil on canvas)
XAL169066 The Suez Canal, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Rieger, Albert (1834-1905); Museo Civico Rivoltello, Trieste, Italy; Austrian, out of copyright
Media ID 12700063
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The Suez Canal, 1864 - A Glimpse into Egypt's Historic Trade Route
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures the essence of a momentous engineering feat - the completion of the iconic Suez Canal in 1869. Painted by Albert Rieger, an Austrian artist, this oil on canvas artwork showcases a breathtaking landscape that tells a story of ambition and progress. The painting transports us to the banks of the canal, where we witness bustling activity and vibrant trade. The view stretches from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean, encompassing a port teeming with ships from all corners of the globe. This commercial waterway revolutionized transportation and transformed Egypt into a vital hub for international trade. As our eyes wander through this vivid depiction, we spot key landmarks along this historic route. A lighthouse stands tall as a guiding beacon amidst vast expanses of desert sand dunes. Caravans traverse through an imaginary valley towards Cairo while pyramids peek out in the distance. The painting also highlights Port Said, one end of this remarkable canal journey. Bridges and jetties connect land and sea seamlessly while mountains frame plains that lead to fertile Nile Delta regions. Rieger's masterpiece not only celebrates human ingenuity but also pays homage to Egypt's rich cultural heritage intertwined with its geographical wonders. It serves as both an artistic tribute and historical documentation capturing an era when dreams became reality through determination and innovation.
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