Fine Art Print : Russia / 1917 / Bank Safes
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Russia / 1917 / Bank Safes
Bolsheviks inspect safe deposits in a bank. Date: 1917 - 1918
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Media ID 14275827
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Bank Bolsheviks Deposits Inspect Safe Safes
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Step into history with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from the Media Storehouse, featuring this captivating image from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the pivotal moment in Russia's past as Bolshevik soldiers inspect the safe deposits in a bank during the tumultuous year of 1917-1918. This evocative, rights-managed print offers a unique glimpse into a significant historical event, making it an essential addition to any collection of fine art or historical documentation. Bring the intrigue and drama of the past into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 18.7cm (23.4" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Russian history as Bolshevik soldiers inspect the safe deposits of the Mariinsky Bank in Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) during the October Revolution in 1917. The fall of the Romanov Dynasty and the rise of the Bolsheviks marked the end of the Russian Empire and the beginning of the Soviet Union. The image shows a determined Bolshevik soldier carefully examining the contents of a safe deposit box, while his comrades look on. The ornate interior of the bank, with its high ceilings, marble columns, and ornate moldings, starkly contrasts with the soldiers' military uniforms and the chaotic scene unfolding around them. The empty shelves and scattered papers suggest the chaos and upheaval that accompanied the revolution. The Bolsheviks, led by Vladimir Lenin, seized control of the banks and other key institutions as part of their campaign to establish a socialist government. The confiscation of the contents of the safe deposits was a symbolic act, as well as a practical measure to fund the new regime. The photograph offers a glimpse into the tumultuous events of 1917-1918, a time of great upheaval and transformation in Russian history. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the profound impact of the October Revolution on the lives of ordinary Russians and the course of world history. It also underscores the enduring power of images to capture and preserve historical moments, making them an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in understanding the past.
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