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The icebreakers Baikal and Angara
The icebreakers Baikal and Angara in dock on Lake Baikal. Date: circa 1902
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Angara Baikal Dock Siberia Siberian 1902 Icebreakers
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Bring the historic beauty of Lake Baikal's icebreakers Baikal and Angara into your home with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and dating back to circa 1902, showcases the icebreakers gracefully docked on the iconic Siberian lake. Our premium quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this classic photograph. Transform any room into a gallery with this unique and intriguing piece of history. Order now and relive the charm of a bygone era every day.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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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This photograph, taken circa 1902, depicts the icebreakers Baikal and Angara peacefully docked on the shores of Lake Baikal in Russia. The image transports us back in time to the early 20th century, when these mighty vessels played a crucial role in navigating the harsh Siberian winters. Lake Baikal, the deepest freshwater lake in the world, is located in Eastern Siberia and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The extreme climate made it a formidable challenge for mariners to traverse its icy waters. The Russian government recognized the need for icebreakers to ensure the transportation of essential supplies and resources to remote settlements along the lake's shores. The Baikal and Angara were two of the most iconic icebreakers that served on Lake Baikal during this era. The Baikal, with its distinctive red hull and tall smokestacks, was the larger of the two, measuring 52 meters in length and capable of breaking through ice up to 1 meter thick. The Angara, on the other hand, was a more compact vessel, designed for navigating the narrower waterways and shallower areas of the lake. Despite their impressive size and power, these icebreakers were not just symbols of Russian engineering prowess but also essential lifelines for the people living in the Siberian wilderness. They enabled the transportation of goods, facilitated communication between isolated communities, and provided a vital link to the outside world. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, when the icebreakers Baikal and Angara ruled the icy waters of Lake Baikal, braving the elements to ensure the survival and connectivity of the people of Siberia.
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