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Kazan Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Kazan 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 Beehive Card Communication Fishing Kazan Local Industry Lumber Lumber Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Souvenir Souvenir Card Timber Timber Industry Wheel Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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This 19th-century print depicts Kazan Province in Russia as it appeared in 1856. The image on the front showcases the rich tapestry of this region, with its diverse landscape ranging from rolling farmlands and fields to the majestic Volga River and the towering mountains in the distance. The bustling cities of Kazan and Sviyazhsk can be seen in the foreground, their architectural wonders reflecting the blending of Russian and Tatar influences. The back of this souvenir card, part of a set of 82 illustrations representing each province of the Russian Empire, offers a wealth of information about Kazan Province. A detailed map of the region is accompanied by the provincial seal, population statistics, and a depiction of the traditional local costume. The economy of Kazan Province was characterized by a thriving lumber industry, with timber being a major export. Agriculture, fishing, and the postal service also played significant roles in the region's development. This evocative print offers a glimpse into the meeting of frontiers and the complex interplay of culture, history, and industry that defined Kazan Province during the 1850s. The intricate details of the illustration, from the beehives in the countryside to the lettering on the buildings, serve as a testament to the artistic skill of the unknown artist. This memento, now preserved in the National Library of Russia, stands as a valuable reminder of the rich heritage and history of Kazan Province and the Russian Empire as a whole.
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