Port of Odessa, 1890s
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Port of Odessa, 1890s
Port of Odessa. 19th-century photochrom (photographic lithograph) showing the port pratique area of the Port of Odessa on the shores of the Black Sea. Now part of Ukraine, this port was at the time part of the Russian Empire, of which it was one of the largest grain-exporting ports. This scene shows horse-drawn carts (lower right), railway trains (across centre) and shipping (background). The port pratique area is where ships are examined and cleared for quarantine purposes. It can also refer to an unloading area for onward shipping of cargo and people. This photochrom dates from between circa 1890 and circa 1900
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1890s Black Sea Building Cargo Cart Coast Coastal Dock Docking Docks Exporting Harbour Horse Importing Loading Logistics Odessa Photochrom Photolithograph Photomechanical Print Port Railway Ship Transport Transportation Ukraine Ukrainian Unloading Horse Drawn Carts Quarantine Russian Empire
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This print from the late 19th century takes us back in time to the bustling Port of Odessa, a prominent grain-exporting port within the Russian Empire. The image showcases the port pratique area, where ships underwent examination and clearance for quarantine purposes. It offers a glimpse into the intricate web of transportation and industry that defined this coastal hub on the shores of the Black Sea. In this vibrant scene, horse-drawn carts can be seen in the lower right corner, symbolizing an era when horsepower still played a vital role in logistics. Across the center of the frame, railway trains stand as testaments to advancing technological progress during that period. Meanwhile, shipping vessels dominate the background, highlighting Odessa's significance as an international trading hub. The photochrom technique used to create this colored illustration adds depth and richness to every detail captured by this photolithograph artwork. Through its vivid hues and meticulous composition, it transports us back to a time when human ingenuity was transforming global trade. Now preserved within Ukraine's borders but once part of Russia's vast empire, Odessa's historical importance is undeniable. This remarkable snapshot encapsulates not only a pivotal moment in history but also serves as a testament to humanity's ceaseless pursuit of progress and innovation within our ever-evolving world of transportation and industry.
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