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Native police, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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Native police, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
Native police, Samarkand, between 1905 and 1915. Two policemen standing outside
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This evocative photograph, titled "Native Police, Samarkand," was captured by the renowned Russian photographer Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky between 1905 and 1915. The image presents a striking double portrait of two policemen standing outside, their stern expressions and imposing presence conveying the authority and order they represent. The setting is the ancient city of Samarkand, located in present-day Uzbekistan, which was then part of the Russian Empire. The policemen's uniforms, with their high-collared jackets, wide-brimmed hats, and boots with carriage boots, reflect the Russian influence on the region's law enforcement at the turn of the 20th century. The men's beards, a common sign of traditional Central Asian masculinity, add an intriguing layer to the image, symbolizing the meeting of frontiers between the old and the new. The sepia tones of the photograph lend an air of nostalgia and historical significance, transporting us back to a time when the world was undergoing rapid change. Prokudin-Gorsky, a pioneer in the field of color photography, captured over 2,000 images of life in the Russian Empire and its territories. His work, now part of the Library of Congress's collections, offers a unique window into the past and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Russia and its people. The photograph not only serves as a fascinating historical document but also as a reminder of the complex and dynamic nature of human history, where different cultures and traditions intertwine and evolve.
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