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Custom-House Officers examining Passengers Luggage from Germany, at Wirballen, on the Russian Frontier (engraving)
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Custom-House Officers examining Passengers Luggage from Germany, at Wirballen, on the Russian Frontier (engraving)
1594678 Custom-House Officers examining Passengers Luggage from Germany, at Wirballen, on the Russian Frontier (engraving) by Schonberg, Johann Nepomuk (1780-1863) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Custom-House Officers examining Passengers Luggage from Germany, at Wirballen, on the Russian Frontier. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 29 January 1887.
J Schonberg); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22551630
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Borders Customs Examining Excise Luggage Passengers
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This engraving titled "Custom-House Officers examining Passengers Luggage from Germany, at Wirballen, on the Russian Frontier" offers a glimpse into the meticulous customs procedures of the late 19th century. Created by Johann Nepomuk Schonberg and published in The Illustrated London News in January 1887, this illustration captures a moment of scrutiny as officers meticulously inspect luggage belonging to passengers arriving from Germany. The scene is set at Wirballen, a significant border crossing between Russia and Germany during that time. As travelers disembark from their train, they are met with custom-house officers diligently examining every item within their luggage. This process aimed to prevent smuggling and enforce excise regulations. The image showcases the diverse array of passengers making this journey - Germans returning home or venturing eastward into Asia, while Russians await their arrival on the other side. It highlights the cultural exchange happening at these borders as well as the importance placed on maintaining order and security. Through this engraving, we catch a glimpse of an era when borders were heavily guarded and customs officials played a vital role in regulating trade and travel. It serves as a reminder of how historical events shape our understanding of global connections and how societies have evolved over time.
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