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Russian Knife-Grinder in Esthonia; The Baltic Provinces of Russia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
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Russian Knife-Grinder in Esthonia; The Baltic Provinces of Russia, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Russian Knife-Grinder in Esthonia; The Baltic Provinces of Russia, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin
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1870s Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Baltic Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Edward Delmar Morgan Estonia Estonian Farm Hands Farm Labourers Farm Workers Farmhands Farmworkers Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Knife Grinder Knife Sharpener Labourer Machine Machinery Morgan Edward Delmar Peasant Peasants Petter And Galpin Agricultural Worker Cassell Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker
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This photograph, titled 'Russian Knife-Grinder in Esthonia; The Baltic Provinces of Russia,' dates back to the 1870s and is an intriguing glimpse into the past. The image, taken from Henry Walter Bates' 'Illustrated Travels' published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London around 1880, depicts a Russian knife-grinder at work in Estonia, one of the Baltic provinces of Russia. The man, dressed in traditional peasant attire, is intently focused on sharpening a knife using a large grinding machine. His weathered face, lined with the marks of hard labor, speaks volumes about the challenging life he leads in the rural countryside. The photograph offers a unique insight into the agricultural laborers of the time, who played a crucial role in the farming industry. The presence of machinery in the scene suggests that even in the most rural areas, advancements were being made to improve efficiency and productivity. The black and white image, reminiscent of the monochromatic aesthetic of the time, adds to the timeless quality of the photograph. The man's profession as a knife-grinder was an essential one, as knives were a vital tool for farmers and laborers in the 19th century. The image also highlights the importance of portraits in documenting the lives and occupations of people during this era. This photograph is a testament to the rich history and culture of Russia and its Baltic provinces, providing a glimpse into a time long past.
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