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A Russian troika
A troika - a traditional Russian harness driving combination, using three horses abreast, usually pulling a sleigh (as on this card).
circa 1910s
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Media ID 14376940
© The Roseries Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Abreast Combination Driving Harness Pulling Pulls Sled Sleigh Troika
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24cm (14.6" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Step into the enchanting world of a bygone era with this image of a traditional Russian troika from the early 1910s, brought to you by The Roseries Collection at Mary Evans Picture Library. The troika, a quintessential symbol of Russian winter, is a stunning harness driving combination that features three horses abreast, pulling a sleigh through the pristine snow. The horses, with their thick coats glistening in the winter sun, are harnessed together in perfect harmony, their heads held high and their eyes filled with determination. The sleigh, adorned with intricate carvings and fur trimmings, adds an air of elegance and luxury to this winter scene. The troika was a popular mode of transportation in Russia during the winter months, allowing people to traverse the snow-covered terrain with ease and grace. The horses, working together in perfect unison, pulled the sleigh through the snow, creating a mesmerizing sight that continues to captivate us today. This photograph, taken in the early 1910s, offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Russia during a time when the world was still enamored with the romance and allure of the Russian winter. It is a reminder of the simple pleasures of life and the beauty that can be found in the natural world, even in the harshest of conditions. As we admire this beautiful image, we are transported back in time, allowing us to experience the magic and wonder of a Russian winter's day, and the enchanting sight of a troika gliding through the snow.
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