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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
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the historic beauty of Lake Baikal into your home with our exquisite Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features the icebreakers Baikal and Angara, proudly docked on the shores of the world's largest freshwater lake. Carefully sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights-managed photograph transports you back in time to circa 1902. Our high-quality frames enhance the intricate details of the icebreakers and the serene winter landscape, making this print a stunning addition to any room. Order now and let the enchanting story of Lake Baikal unfold in your personal space.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 24.7cm (15.6" x 9.7")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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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