Metal Print : Fort no. 3 near Liaoyuan on Russian-Chinese border
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Fort no. 3 near Liaoyuan on Russian-Chinese border
Russian Fort no. 3 near Liaoyuan (Liao-yuan, Shuangliao) in north east China on the Russian-Chinese border. Date: early 20th century
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Barbed Fence Fort Territory Wire Yuan
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Experience the rich history of the Russian-Chinese border with our stunning Metal Print of Fort No. 3 near Liaoyuan, expertly sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating early 20th century image of the Russian fortress transports you back in time, with its intricate architecture and breathtaking setting. Our high-quality Metal Prints are known for their vibrant colors, exceptional clarity, and long-lasting durability. Add this unique piece to your home or office decor and bring a piece of history into your space.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Fort No. 3 near Liaoyuan: A Symbol of Border Tension in Early 20th Century China This evocative photograph captures Fort No. 3, a Russian military outpost situated near Liaoyuan on the Russian-Chinese border in north east China. The exact date of this image is unknown, but it is believed to have been taken in the early 1900s. The fort, also known as Shuangliao in Chinese, stands proudly against the backdrop of the vast, open landscape. Its imposing stone walls and towering turrets are a testament to the military might of the Russian Empire, which sought to expand its territorial reach into Manchuria and other parts of China. The fort's location on the border with China made it a focal point of tension between the two nations. The photograph reveals a scene of military preparedness, with barbed wire fences surrounding the fort and soldiers standing at attention, rifles at the ready. The fort's proximity to China is emphasized by the presence of Chinese men in the foreground, who appear to be farmers or laborers going about their daily business. The contrast between the military might of the Russian army and the civilian population of China underscores the political and territorial tensions that existed between the two nations at the time. Despite the ominous atmosphere created by the fort and its armed occupants, the photograph also conveys a sense of isolation and desolation. The vast, empty landscape stretches out in all directions, and the fort seems to stand alone, a solitary sentinel on the border between two vastly different worlds. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time of political and military tension between Russia and China that would eventually give way to new geopolitical realities. It is a powerful reminder of the complex and often contentious history of the Russian-Chinese border and the enduring impact of imperial ambitions on the people and lands they touched.
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