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Smolensk Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Smolensk 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 Card Communication Craftsman Crop Crops Fishing Harvest Harvesting Local Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Sightseeing Souvenir Souvenir Card Wheel Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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Step into the 1850s with this image of Smolensk Province, Russia, as depicted in an unknown artist's souvenir card from the 19th century. The front of the card showcases the rich tapestry of this historic region, with its rolling farmlands, winding rivers, and picturesque villages. In the foreground, a group of peasants are seen working in the fields, while in the background, a grand church with golden onion domes reaches towards the heavens, symbolizing the deep-rooted Christian faith of the local population. The card is part of a set of 82 illustrated cards, each representing a different province of the Russian Empire as it existed in 1856. The reverse side of the card offers a map of the province, the provincial seal, and intriguing information about the population and local costume of the inhabitants. Smolensk Province, located in western Russia, was known for its thriving agriculture, with crops such as wheat, rye, and potatoes being the primary sources of livelihood for its people. The region was also famous for its local industries, including pottery, weaving, and fishing. Communication was essential to the province's economy, with a well-developed postal service connecting it to other parts of the empire. The meeting of frontiers and the diverse cultural influences of neighboring regions added to the unique heritage and arts of Smolensk Province. This beautiful card, with its intricate lettering and vibrant colors, serves as a memento of a bygone era, inviting us to explore the rich history and traditions of Russia's provinces.
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