Greetings Card : Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia - Ice Dry Dock
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Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia - Ice Dry Dock
Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia - Ice Dry Dock. This vessel was built at Brentford - the ice excavated to a depth of five feet. Date: 1908
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Media ID 14352726
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Baikal Cold Dock Oct15 Repair Repairing Repairs Siberia Siberian
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Baikal in Russia with our exquisite Greetings Card from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to 1908 when an ice-docked vessel sat serenely on the frozen waters of Siberia's largest freshwater lake. Add a personal touch to your message with this unique and evocative card design. Perfect for those who appreciate the wonders of nature and the history of seafaring.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 15.9cm (4.9" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
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
1. Title: "A Winter's Tale: Ice Dry Dock on Lake Baikal, Siberia, Russia, 1908" 2.. In the heart of the Siberian wilderness, the vast expanse of Lake Baikal, the world's deepest freshwater lake, transforms into a frozen wonderland during the harsh winter months. In this photograph from 1908, an ice dry dock comes to life on the icy surface of the lake. The image depicts a ship undergoing repairs in the ice-covered dock, a remarkable feat of engineering and human resilience. The vessel, built at Brentford, was transported to Lake Baikal and anchored in the ice. Workers excavated the ice beneath the ship to a depth of five feet, creating a solid platform for the dry dock. The winter landscape surrounding the dock is a stark contrast of white and blue, with the icy lake reflecting the clear, cold sky. The image captures the raw beauty of the Siberian winter and the ingenuity of the people who lived and worked in this extreme environment. The ice dry dock was an essential part of the local community's survival, allowing for necessary repairs and maintenance during the long, frigid winter months. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the resourcefulness and determination of the people who called Lake Baikal home. As the ice begins to melt and the lake comes back to life, this temporary structure will once again disappear, leaving behind the crystal-clear waters and the promise of a new season. This photograph serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between nature and human ingenuity, and the incredible stories that lie hidden within the pages of history.
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