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Tver Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
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Tver Province, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Tver 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 Fishing Local Industry Memento National Library Of Russia Province Provincial Russian Empire Russian Text Scythe Sightseeing Souvenir Souvenir Card Tools Tver Meeting Of Frontiers Postal Service
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This 19th century print depicts the picturesque Tver Province in Russia, as it appeared in 1856. The front of the card showcases the province's rich geographical diversity, with the meandering Volga River dividing the landscape, and the rolling hills and dense forests in the background. The major cities of Tver and Toropets-Kolomenskoye are visible in the foreground, with their distinctive architectural styles and bustling markets. The card also highlights the province's agricultural and industrial prowess, with farmers wielding scythes in the fields and boats laden with timber and fishing nets on the river. The reverse side of the card offers a more detailed insight into Tver Province, featuring an intricately detailed map of the region, the provincial seal, and information about the population and local costume. The text is written in Russian, adding to the historical authenticity of the souvenir. The card is part of a larger set of 82 illustrated cards, each representing a different province of the Russian Empire during this period. These cards served as mementos for travelers and collectors, offering a glimpse into the diverse cultural, historical, and geographical landscapes of the Russian Empire.
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