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Fine Art Print : Manufacture of silk, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Manufacture of silk, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Manufacture of silk, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Man spinning in the shade of an alcove. In album: Views in Central Asia, Russian Empire, LOT 10338, no. 152
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Album Alcove Cloth Manufacturer Material Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Samarkand Samarkand Uzbekistan Asia Sepia Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Spinning Textile Industry Uzbekistan Views In Central Asia Russian Empire Meeting Of Frontiers Silk Industry
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the rich history of Central Asia with this stunning Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Captured by the renowned photographer Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky between 1905 and 1915, this image transports us back in time to the Manufacture of Silk in Samarkand. Witness the intricate process of silk production as a man spins silk in the shade of an alcove, a moment frozen in history. Add this exquisite piece to your collection and bring the beauty and culture of Central Asia into your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 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 46.2cm x 40.6cm (18.2" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph, titled 'Manufacture of Silk, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915' by Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky, offers a glimpse into the rich industrial heritage of Central Asia during the Russian Empire. The image showcases a man intently focused on his work, spinning silk in the shade of an alcove. The sepia tones add to the nostalgic and timeless quality of the photograph, transporting us back to a bygone era. Samarkand, located in present-day Uzbekistan, was renowned for its textile industry, particularly for its silk production. The region's climate and abundant water resources made it an ideal location for silk cultivation and manufacturing. In this photograph, we see a man deeply engrossed in his occupation, contributing to the thriving industry that made Samarkand famous. Prokudin-Gorsky's photograph is a testament to the meeting of frontiers between the old and the new, as the industrial revolution was transforming traditional industries like textile manufacturing. The man's attire and the simple tools he uses contrast sharply with the modern machinery that would soon replace them. This image is part of Prokudin-Gorsky's larger collection of 'Views in Central Asia, Russian Empire,' which was acquired by the Library of Congress in the United States. The collection provides a valuable record of the diverse people, landscapes, and industries of Central Asia during this period. The photograph is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that connects us to the past and inspires us to appreciate the complexities of human history.
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