Mouse Mat : People indifferent to looting from a shop, Russia
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People indifferent to looting from a shop, Russia
People showing indifference to looting from a shop during the Revolutionary period in Russia. Many shopkeepers used shutters to protect their premises, and any who did not were risking the loss of their stock. Date: circa 1917
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Media ID 14255670
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bolshevik Indifference Looting Premises Revolution Revolutionary Signs
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.8cm (9.3" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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
Amidst the chaos and turmoil of the Russian Revolution in 1917, this photograph captures a striking moment of indifference on the streets of Russia. The Revolution, which marked the end of the Romanov Dynasty and the rise of the Bolsheviks, brought about widespread social and political upheaval. With many shopkeepers unable to protect their premises due to the lack of resources and manpower, their stores became easy targets for looters. In this image, a group of people, both men and women, walk down a street lined with shops, some of which have their shutters drawn while others have been broken open. The indifference of the crowd is palpable as they pass by a shop that is being looted, with no sign of resistance or concern. The shopkeeper, if present, is nowhere to be seen. The scene is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities of wartime Russia, where survival became the priority for many. The signs on the shops, some of which are written in Russian, add to the sense of disarray and uncertainty. The photograph, taken during the revolutionary period, provides a glimpse into the past, offering a glimpse into the lives of people living through one of the most tumultuous periods in Russian history.
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