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The Amga River on the Route from Yakutsk to Okhotsk, 1856. Creator: Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev
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The Amga River on the Route from Yakutsk to Okhotsk, 1856. Creator: Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev
The Amga River on the Route from Yakutsk to Okhotsk, 1856. From Puteshestviye po Vostochnoy Sibiri I. Bulychova. Chast 1-ya. Poyezdka v Kamchatku (A journey across eastern Siberia: Part 1, Trip to Kamchatka), part of a collection of albums in the Prints Division of the National Library of Russia documenting expeditions to Siberia and the Russian Far East undertaken mostly in the late 19th century. The compiler of the album was Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev, a member of the Imperial Russian Geographical Society. The album is comprised of 64 finely drawn illustrations, most in color, taken from 21 issues of another publication and bound together. The illustrations show towns and cities, monasteries, landscape, scenes on the Lena River, and the people of the different ethnic groups
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1850s Bulychev Ivan Demianovich Chromolithograph Cliff Cliffs Expedition Far East Frontier Geological Geology Ivan Bulychev Ivan Demianovich Bulychev Lithographic National Library Of Russia Remote Route Siberia Siberian Yakutsk Sakha Russia Lithotint Meeting Of Frontiers
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This chromolithograph, created by Russian explorer Ivan Dem'ianovich Bulychev in 1856, depicts the Amga River on the historic route from Yakutsk to Okhotsk. The image is part of Bulychev's extensive collection of illustrations, showcasing his journey across Eastern Siberia and the Russian Far East, as documented in his publication "A journey across eastern Siberia: Part 1, Trip to Kamchatka." The vibrant print captures the raw beauty of the landscape, with the Amga River meandering through the rugged terrain, flanked by towering cliffs and lush vegetation. Men, likely local inhabitants, can be seen gathered on the riverbank, possibly engaged in fishing or trading activities. The meeting of frontiers between nature and human civilization is a recurring theme in Bulychev's work, offering a glimpse into the lives of the diverse ethnic groups that inhabited this remote region during the 19th century. Bulychev's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the intricate rendering of the landscape, from the textured cliffs and trees to the rippling water and the figures of the men. The rich colors and bold lines of the lithograph transport us back in time, offering a window into the history and geography of a fascinating era. This historic artwork, now part of the collections at the National Library of Russia, serves as an important reminder of the spirit of exploration and scientific inquiry that defined the late 19th century. The Amga River, with its stunning natural beauty and the people who called it home, continues to captivate our imagination and inspire a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world.
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