Fine Art 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
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, featuring "The Silk Road - Camel Train in Soviet Central Asia" by Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image, dated 1933, transports you to the heart of Central Asia as a camel train makes its way across the desert, evoking the rich history and adventure of the ancient Silk Road. Our Fine Art Prints are available under Rights Managed licensing, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity for your home or office decor. Add a touch of history and culture to your space with this stunning piece.
21x7 image printed on 27x13 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 7cm (21" x 2.8")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 33cm (27" x 13")
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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