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Tobolsk Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Tobolsk Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Tobolsk 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 Cattle Communication Farm Animal Farm Animals Fishing Livestock Local Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Siberia Siberian Sightseeing Souvenir Souvenir Card Tobolsk Tyumen Oblast Siberia Russia Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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Step into the 19th century with this image of Tobolsk Province, Russia, as depicted in this unknown artist's souvenir card from 1856. The front showcases the unique charm of this Siberian region, with its picturesque landscape of rolling hills, winding rivers, and quaint wooden buildings. The card highlights the province's rich agricultural heritage, with farmers tending to their livestock and fields, while fishermen cast their nets in the nearby waters. The back of the card reveals a detailed map of Tobolsk Province, located in the heart of Siberia, and displays the provincial seal. The text in Russian reveals intriguing information about the region's population, which was predominantly made up of Russians, Tatars, and Bashkirs, and the local costume of its inhabitants. This 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 cards served as mementos for travelers and tourists, offering a glimpse into the diverse cultures, histories, economies, and geographies of the empire's various regions. The postal service played a crucial role in the dissemination of these cards, allowing people to share their experiences and knowledge with friends and family far away. Today, these cards serve as valuable historical artifacts, offering a window into the past and showcasing the rich heritage of Russia and its provinces.
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