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The Russian royal family in captivity at Tobolsk, where they were held from September 1917 to April 1918
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Media ID 622463
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18cm x 23.7cm (7.1" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a poignant moment in Russian history, depicting the Russian Royal Family in their final days of captivity at Tobolsk, Siberia. Taken in September 1917, the image shows Tsar Nicholas II, his wife Alexandra, and their five children - Olga, Tatiana, Maria, Anastasia, and Alexei - gathered around a table, seemingly engaged in a quiet family activity. However, the idyllic scene belies the harsh reality of their situation. The Russian Revolution, which began in March 1917, had led to the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in April of that year. The family was initially placed under house arrest in Tobolsk, a remote city in Siberia, before being moved to Yekaterinburg in April 1918. This photograph was taken before their transfer, and serves as a poignant reminder of their brief period of relative freedom. Despite the family's attempts to maintain a semblance of normalcy, life in Tobolsk was far from easy. The family was closely guarded by Bolshevik soldiers, and their every move was closely monitored. They were allowed few comforts, and their living conditions were spartan at best. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the tragic end that awaited the Romanovs. In July 1918, they were executed by Bolshevik soldiers in Yekaterinburg, marking the end of the Romanov Dynasty and the Russian Monarchy. The discovery of their remains in 1991 brought a sense of closure to many Russians, and the family's story continues to captivate historians and the public alike. This powerful image offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Russian history, and serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of political upheaval and revolution.
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