Framed Prints
Framed Print of Removal of another obelisk from Alexandria, for transport to New York, 1880. Creator: Unknown
Removal of another obelisk from Alexandria, for transport to New York, 1880. Obelisk erect, with lowering-gear attached. At the time that Cleopatra's Needle was brought from Egypt to the banks of the Thames, the companion obelisk remained at Alexandria, where it had been 2000 years. It has since been applied for by the United States Government for the purpose of being erected in Central Park, New York. Though at first refused by the Egyptian Government, the U.S. Consul-General persevered until his efforts met with success. The next thing was to transport the huge obelisk; and Mr. Vanderbilt, a prominent American citizen, offered to devote £15, 000 to the purpose...last year Commander Gorringe, of the U.S. Navy, commenced operations. [Our] Illustrations show the methods adopted for lowering and removing the huge monolith. These have occupied nearly five months. On March 31 the launch of the raft containing the obelisk was completed. This work alone had extended over thirteen days. The only thing now remaining to be effected is to ship the massive relic of Thotmes on board the steamer which has been purchased for the purpose, and send it to the New World. We are indebted to Mr. Charles Royle, of Alexandria, for the sketches we have engraved'. From Illustrated London News, 1880. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 21.6cm (7.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
