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Nizhegorod Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Nizhegorod 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 Crop Crops Fishing Harvest Harvesting Local Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Souvenir Souvenir Card Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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Nizhegorod Province, Russia, 1856: A Glimpse into the Past This image is a souvenir card from the 1850s, representing the Nizhegorod Province of the Russian Empire. One of 82 cards in the set, it offers a glimpse into the rich cultural, historical, economic, and geographical aspects of this region. The front of the card showcases the picturesque landscape of Nizhegorod Province, with its winding rivers, rolling hills, and fertile farmlands. The major cities, such as Nizhny Novgorod, are depicted as bustling centers of commerce and industry, with grand churches and imposing buildings reflecting the strong influence of Christianity in the region. The card also highlights the province's chief industries, including agriculture, with farmers tending to their crops in the fields, and beehives dotting the landscape. Fishing and communication, represented by a postal service station, were also essential to the local economy. The back of the card features a detailed map of the province, the provincial seal, and information about its population and local costume. The card's intricate illustrations and lettering are a testament to the artistic talents of the time. Nizhegorod Province, located in the heart of Russia, was a meeting of frontiers, where the Volga River met the Oka River, and where the European and Asian influences converged. This souvenir card serves as a memento of the heritage and history of this fascinating region, transporting us back in time to the 19th century.
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