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Flatboats on the Lena River, 1856. Creator: Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev
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Flatboats on the Lena River, 1856. Creator: Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev
Flatboats on the Lena River, 1856. From Puteshestviye po Vostochnoy Sibiri I. Bulychova. Chast 1-ya. Poyezdka v Kamchatku (A journey across eastern Siberia: Part 1, Trip to Kamchatka), part of a collection of albums in the Prints Division of the National Library of Russia documenting expeditions to Siberia and the Russian Far East undertaken mostly in the late 19th century. The compiler of the album was Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev, a member of the Imperial Russian Geographical Society. The album is comprised of 64 finely drawn illustrations, most in color, taken from 21 issues of another publication and bound together. The illustrations show towns and cities, monasteries, landscape, scenes on the Lena River, and the people of the different ethnic groups
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Flatboats on the Lena River, 1856
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is a captivating lithographic print by Russian artist Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev, showcasing a serene scene on the Lena River during the 1850s. The image is part of Bulychev's extensive collection of illustrations documenting expeditions to Siberia and the Russian Far East, compiled in the album "A journey across eastern Siberia: Part 1, Trip to Kamchatka." Bulychev, a member of the Imperial Russian Geographical Society, meticulously curated this collection of 64 finely drawn illustrations, most in color, from various publications. The print of the Lena River is one of several scenes depicting the river and its surrounding areas. In this image, several flatboats are anchored along the riverbank, with fisherfolk and fishermen busy at work. Men can be seen pulling in fishing nets, while others mend their nets or prepare their catch. The flatboats, with their simple design and flat bottoms, were ideal for navigating the shallow waters of the Lena River and other similar waterways. The scene exudes a sense of tranquility and productivity, as the meeting of frontiers between land and water plays out before us. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the print transport us back to the 19th century, offering a glimpse into the daily life of those living on the Russian frontier. This historic image, with its rich heritage and artistic merit, is a valuable addition to any collection focused on Russian history, geography, or art. Whether displayed in a museum, library, or private collection, "Flatboats on the Lena River, 1856" is sure to captivate and inspire.
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