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Social / Moscow Peasants
Peasants visit Moscow: people in the street are taken aback to see their bare feet
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Media ID 601440
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14"x11" Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of Russia through the lens of Mary Evans Picture Library with our selection of high-quality photographic prints from their extensive archive. This particular print, titled "Social / Moscow Peasants," captures a moment in time as peasants from the countryside make their way through the streets of Moscow. The image, taken around 1900, showcases the stark contrast between the urban and rural populations as onlookers are taken aback by the sight of the peasants' bare feet. Add this evocative print to your home or office to bring a piece of historical authenticity and intrigue. Order now from the Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints at Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a striking moment in Moscow's bustling streets during the early 20th century. The image, taken in 1913, depicts a group of peasants making their way through the city, their bare feet contrasting sharply with the cobblestones and the well-dressed crowds that surround them. At the time, Russia was undergoing significant social and economic changes. The rural population, which made up the vast majority of the country's inhabitants, was slowly beginning to migrate to urban areas in search of work and a better life. The peasants in this photograph are likely among those making the journey from the countryside to the city. Their appearance would have been a shock to the Moscow residents, who were used to the sights and sounds of urban life. The peasants' simple clothing and bare feet would have marked them as outsiders, and their presence in the city would have been a reminder of the vast social and economic disparities that existed in Russia at the time. Despite the initial shock and curiosity of the onlookers, the peasants would have faced many challenges as they adjusted to life in the city. They would have had to learn new skills, find work, and navigate the complexities of urban life. For many, the transition would have been difficult, and they would have faced numerous hardships. This photograph offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Russian history, when the rural and urban populations were coming into contact with one another in new and unprecedented ways. It serves as a reminder of the challenges and opportunities that came with the modernization of Russia, and the ways in which the country's social fabric was being transformed.
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