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Irkutsk Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Irkutsk Province, 1856. This card is one of a souvenir set of 82 illustrated cards-one for each province of the Russian Empire as it existed in 1856. Each card presents an overview of a particular province's culture, history, economy, and geography. The front of the card depicts such distinguishing features as rivers, mountains, major cities, and chief industries. The back of each card contains a map of the province, the provincial seal, information about the population, and the local costume of the inhabitants. National Library of Russia
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1850s Barrel Barrels Bear Card Communication Fishing Irkutsk Rossiya Russia Local Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Sightseeing Souvenir Souvenir Card Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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1. Title: "Irkutsk Province, 1856: A Window into Siberia's Rich Cultural Landscape" This 19th-century print, hailing from the Irkutsk Province of the Russian Empire, offers a glimpse into the unique history, culture, and natural beauty of this remote region. The front image showcases the province's diverse topography, with the crystal-clear waters of the Angara River meandering through the landscape, majestic mountains in the background, and quaint wooden buildings lining the riverbanks. The Irkutsk Province, located in Eastern Siberia, was known for its abundant natural resources and thriving industries, including agriculture, fishing, and forestry. The region was also a significant crossroads of cultures, with influences from various ethnic groups, such as the Buryats, Tatars, and Cossacks. The back of this souvenir card reveals a detailed map of the province, the provincial seal, and intriguing information about the local population and their traditional costumes. The card also highlights the importance of Christianity in the region, with numerous churches and monasteries dotting the landscape. Communication and transportation were essential aspects of life in the Irkutsk Province, as evidenced by the postal service and the presence of barrels, possibly used for transporting goods. The image of a bear, a common sight in the region, adds a touch of wilderness to this memento from a bygone era. As part of a set of 82 illustrated cards, each representing a province of the Russian Empire, this card serves as an invaluable historical and artistic treasure, providing a unique window into the rich heritage of Russia and its diverse regions.
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