Fine Art Print : Aurora Cruiser
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Aurora Cruiser
A blank shot fired from the guns of the cruiser Aurora is the signal for the storming of the Winter Palace, and the overthrow of Kerenskys provisional govt
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Aurora Blank Cruiser Fired Govt Guns Kerenskys Overthrow Provisional Revolution Shot Signal Storming
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience history come to life with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of Aurora Cruiser by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the pivotal moment in history as a blank shot from the cruiser's guns signaled the storming of the Winter Palace, marking the end of Kerensky's provisional government and the beginning of the Bolshevik Revolution. This stunning, high-quality print is a must-have for history enthusiasts and art collectors alike, adding a touch of historical significance to any space.
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.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.1cm (20" x 14.6")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historic photograph captures the moment of no return in the Russian Revolution of 1917. The image depicts the Aurora Cruiser, anchored in the Neva River, St. Petersburg, with a blank shot fired from its guns. This signal marked the beginning of the storming of the Winter Palace, the seat of power for the Kerensky Provisional Government. The Russian Revolution, which lasted from February to October 1917, was a period of political upheaval and social unrest in Russia. Following the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in March 1917, a provisional government was established under the leadership of Alexander Kerensky. However, the new government failed to address the economic and social issues that had led to the revolution, and discontent continued to grow. On the night of October 24-25, 1917, the Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, launched a coordinated attack on key government buildings in St. Petersburg. The storming of the Winter Palace, the symbol of the old regime, was the most dramatic and iconic event of the revolution. The Aurora Cruiser, under the command of Captain Shchastny, played a crucial role in the revolution. The blank shot fired from its guns was a signal for the Bolsheviks to begin their assault on the palace. The successful takeover of the Winter Palace marked the end of the Kerensky Provisional Government and the beginning of the Bolshevik rule in Russia. This photograph is a powerful reminder of the pivotal moment in Russian history when the balance of power shifted, and a new era began. The Aurora Cruiser, with its guns blazing, stands as a symbol of the revolutionary spirit that swept through Russia in 1917, leading to the establishment of the Soviet Union.
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