Barber at the trackside - Harbin, China
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Barber at the trackside - Harbin, China
Barber at the trackside - Harbin, China - formerly Eastern Russia/Manchuria (Pinyin) - under Russian control between 1896-1924. Date: 1909
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Barber Harbin Manchuria Pinyin Shave Shaves Shaving
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1. Title: A Barber at Work on the Snowy Trackside of Harbin, Manchuria, China, 1909 This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the moment of a Russian barber plying his trade at the snow-covered trackside of the Harbin-Mudanjiang Railway in Manchuria, China, in 1909. The Russian influence over Manchuria, formerly known as Eastern Russia, lasted from 1896 to 1924. The barber, bundled up against the harsh winter weather, is seen leaning over a makeshift wooden stool, shaving a passenger's beard with a straight razor. The passenger, dressed in a heavy coat and hat, sits in a wooden chair, his eyes closed in relaxation as he enjoys the warmth of the barber's shave. In the background, a railway car is visible, its steam engine puffing out plumes of smoke. The railway, which connected Harbin with Mudanjiang, was a vital transportation artery during the Russian occupation of Manchuria. The barber's presence at the trackside suggests that he catered to the needs of the railway passengers, providing them with a much-needed respite from their long journeys. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Russian community in Manchuria during the early 20th century. The barber's simple yet essential service, combined with the bustling activity of the railway, underscores the interconnectedness of people and transportation in this remote corner of the world. This image, with its timeless quality and intriguing historical context, invites viewers to reflect on the human stories that unfolded amidst the larger historical events of the time.
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