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Construction of Trans - Caspian Railway
Construction of the Trans - Caspian Railway (Central Asian Railway): laying the track. Begun in 1879, in 1888 it reached Smarkand, and in 1898 it extended to Tashkent and Andijan. Built by the Russians. From " Le Journal de la Jeunesse", Paris, 1888. Engraving
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Media ID 9699431
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1888 Captivity Construction Exile Facade Illustration Technique Military Uniform Only Men Paris Posing Prisoner Railroad Track Residential Structure Rural Scene Russian Culture Siberia Soldier Steps Transportation Two People Le Journal De La Jeunesse
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring the Construction of the Trans-Caspian Railway from Universal Images Group (UIG). This captivating image showcases the determination and engineering prowess of the past as workers lay tracks for this historic railway, which began in 1879 and reached Samarkand in 1888, extending to Tashkent and Andijan by 1898. Bring the rich history of Central Asia into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a significant moment in history - the construction of the Trans-Caspian Railway, also known as the Central Asian Railway. Taken from "Le Journal de la Jeunesse" in Paris, 1888, this engraving showcases the tireless efforts of Russian workers and soldiers as they lay down tracks for this monumental project. The image portrays a rural scene in Siberia, with two men standing proudly amidst the facade of a residential structure. One man is dressed in a military uniform, symbolizing the involvement of soldiers in overseeing this ambitious undertaking. The other man appears to be a prisoner or exile, highlighting the challenges faced during its construction. The architectural landscape surrounding them reflects both determination and progress. As we gaze upon this illustration technique brought to life through engraved images, we can almost feel ourselves transported back to that day when history was being made. It's fascinating to note that by 1888, the railway had already reached Samarkand and would later extend further into Tashkent and Andijan by 1898. This achievement not only connected distant regions but also played an essential role in shaping Russian culture and transportation systems. As we delve into this historical photograph captured by Universal Images Group (UIG), let us appreciate how human ingenuity has shaped our world throughout time.
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