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Fine Art Print : Great Man-Made River monument, Tripoli, Libya, late 20th century
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Great Man-Made River monument, Tripoli, Libya, late 20th century
Great Man-Made River monument, Tripoli, Libya, late 20th century. Started in 1980, the Great Man-Made River project is one of the largest engineering schemes in the world. The pipeline is constructed from sections of 4-metre diameter conduit and is about 1, 600 km long. It supplies water from the aquifers in the south to the cities on the coast. This sculpture is made from a section of the pipeline
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Media ID 15063798
© Vivienne Sharp/Heritage Images
1990s Civil Engineering Irrigation Libya Nineties Pipe Pipeline Sharp Tripoli Tube Vivienne Vivienne Sharp
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the grandeur of human engineering with our Fine Art Print of the Great Man-Made River monument in Tripoli, Libya. Captured in the late 20th century by Heritage Images, this stunning photograph showcases the impressive scale of this engineering marvel started in 1980. Add a touch of history and wonder to your space with this exquisite piece of art.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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.
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This print showcases the Great Man-Made River monument, a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess. Located in Tripoli, Libya, this late 20th-century marvel stands as a symbol of progress and resourcefulness. The Great Man-Made River project commenced in 1980 and remains one of the largest engineering schemes ever undertaken. Stretching over an astonishing 1,600 kilometers, the pipeline consists of sections of a four-meter diameter conduit that transports water from aquifers in the south to coastal cities. This monumental sculpture is crafted from an actual section of this remarkable pipeline. The image captures the intricate details and sharp lines of this artistic representation. The vibrant colors highlight its significance as both an art piece and a vital component of civil engineering history. Created by Vivienne Sharp, it beautifully merges form with function. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this photograph serves as a reminder of humanity's ability to overcome challenges through innovation and collaboration. The Great Man-Made River project revolutionized irrigation practices in Libya while providing essential water resources for communities along the coast. As we admire this striking artwork captured by Vivienne Sharp's lens, let us appreciate not only its beauty but also recognize the immense impact that such projects have on our world's development and sustainability.
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