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Where Tsar Peter worked as a shipwright, Zaandam, Netherlands, c1934
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Where Tsar Peter worked as a shipwright, Zaandam, Netherlands, c1934
Where Tsar Peter worked as a shipwright, Zaandam, Netherlands, c1934. Russian czar Peter the Great stayed here in 1697. Illustration from La Hollande by Henry Asselin, (Van Munsters Uitgevers Maatschappij, Amsterdam, c1934)
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Media ID 14921778
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Asselin Emperor Peter The Great Gable Great Henry Henry Asselin Lock North Holland Peter I Peter I The Great Alexeiovich Peter The Peter The Great Romanov Shipbuilding Zaandam Zaan
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This print takes us back to the 17th century, capturing the historic site where Tsar Peter the Great once worked as a shipwright in Zaandam, Netherlands. The image showcases an architectural gem with its distinctive gable design, typical of Dutch buildings during that era. The illustration is extracted from "La Hollande" by Henry Asselin, a renowned publication from Van Munsters Uitgevers Maatschappij in Amsterdam. This particular edition was printed around 1934, providing us with a glimpse into the past. The photograph beautifully portrays the picturesque landscape surrounding this significant location. The tranquil river Zaan flows peacefully nearby while boats and ships dotting its surface hint at the thriving shipbuilding industry that once thrived here. A lock can also be seen, symbolizing transportation and trade along these waterways. As we admire this monochrome masterpiece, it's impossible not to imagine Tsar Peter I himself working diligently on his craft within these very walls over two centuries ago. Known as Emperor Peter the Great, he left an indelible mark on Russian history through his ambitious reforms and modernization efforts. This print serves as both a visual delight and historical artifact - reminding us of a time when cultures intertwined through trade and craftsmanship across borders. It invites us to appreciate not only the beauty of architecture but also the rich tapestry of human stories woven into every corner of our world.
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