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Russian sleighs outside St. Petersburg, Russia
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Russian sleighs outside St. Petersburg, Russia
Traditional Russian sleighs awaiting fares outside a Railway Station, St. Petersburg, Russia. Date: circa 1900s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Awaiting Fares Petersburg Sleighs
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Step into a bygone era with this image of traditional Russian sleighs, quietly waiting outside St. Petersburg's Railway Station in the late 1900s. The crisp winter air fills the scene as horse-drawn sleighs, adorned with intricate designs and fur trimmings, stand ready to carry passengers through the snowy landscape. The station, a grand architectural masterpiece, serves as the backdrop to this tranquil tableau. The Russian winter, with its long, harsh winters, was a time when the use of sleighs was a common mode of transportation. The sleighs, often pulled by teams of horses, provided a comfortable and efficient way to travel through the snow. The image captures the essence of this traditional Russian winter scene, with the horses harnessed and the drivers dressed in warm fur coats, eagerly awaiting their next fare. The photograph, taken by Grenville Collins, transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the bustling activity of the station and the hustle and bustle of the city of St. Petersburg during the early 1900s. This postcard is not only a beautiful work of art but also a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the history and culture of Russia during this period.
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