Canvas Print : The Silk Road - Camel Train in Soviet Central Asia
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The Silk Road - Camel Train in Soviet Central Asia
The Silk Road - Camel Train in Soviet Central Asia, crossing the desert. Date: 1933
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Media ID 11552338
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Camel Camels Crosses Crossing Desert Kyrgyzstan Orient Route Silk Soviet Trader Trading Turkestan Turkmenistan Uzbekistan
21"x7" (53x18cm) Canvas Print
Discover the rich history and exotic allure of the Silk Road with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece, "The Silk Road - Camel Train in Soviet Central Asia," transportes you back in time to 1933 as you witness a camel train making its way across the desert. The captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the resilience and determination of traders and travelers as they traversed this ancient trade route. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the beauty and intrigue of this iconic photograph into your home or office, making it a perfect addition to any space. Experience the adventure and mystery of the Silk Road with Media Storehouse.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas 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 safe 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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 7cm (21" x 2.8")
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 17.8cm (21" x 7")
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 the essence of the ancient Silk Road as it traversed the vast deserts of Soviet Central Asia in 1933. The camel train, laden with goods, makes its way across the arid landscape, a sight that would have been familiar to traders and travelers for centuries. The Silk Road, a network of trade routes connecting the East and West, played a crucial role in the economic, cultural, and historical exchange between the civilizations of Asia and Europe. The camels, with their humped backs and resilient demeanor, were the preferred mode of transport in the harsh desert conditions. The traders, dressed in traditional attire, sit atop the camels, their faces shielded from the sun by turbans or wide-brimmed hats. The train, stretching into the distance, carries a diverse cargo, from precious silks and spices to ceramics and textiles. The photograph, taken in the early Soviet era, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Central Asia, a region that has been at the crossroads of various cultures and empires for millennia. The Silk Road, which passed through modern-day Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkestan, and Turkmenistan, was a vital artery of trade and cultural exchange, linking the Orient and the Occident. The photograph also serves as a reminder of the enduring spirit of human endeavor and the ingenuity of ancient traders who braved the harsh desert conditions to ply their trade. The Silk Road, with its myriad stories and legends, continues to fascinate scholars, travelers, and adventurers alike, and remains an important part of our shared cultural heritage.
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