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Antique Imperial Russian Cabinet Card Photograph Kharkov 1912 Tsarist Russia
Description:
Original antique Imperial Russian cabinet card studio photograph, dating from approximately 1900–1917, from Kharkov (Kharkiv), Russian Empire, now Ukraine.
The photograph depicts an elegantly dressed gentleman wearing a formal dark suit, bow tie and floral decoration.
An attractive historical portrait mounted on its original decorative photographic studio card.
Photographic Studio:
* Studio: Russkaya Svetopis (Русская Светопись – Russian Photography)
* Photographer: M. Leshchinsky
* Location: Sergievskaya Square, near the Lopan Bridge, Kharkov
* Period: Imperial Russia, early 20th century
* Type: Original cabinet card photograph
* Photograph: Black and white, oval portrait
Historical Interest:
The reverse features an elaborate printed studio advertisement decorated with the Imperial Russian double-headed eagle, numerous exhibition medals and photographic awards.
Particularly interesting is the reference to the silver medal awarded by the Imperial Russian authorities for photographic achievements, as well as a medal from the Ministry of Trade and Industry dated 1912.
The studio advertisement includes inscriptions in both Russian and German, reflecting the international character of professional photography during the late Imperial Russian period.
An interesting original piece of photographic history from Kharkov before the Russian Revolution of 1917.
Condition:
Original antique condition with age-related yellowing, foxing, marks, minor surface wear and discolouration, particularly around the edges and corners.
The photograph itself remains clear, with good visible detail.
Please carefully examine all photographs as they form an important part of the description.
Combined Postage:
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Suggested Price: £24.99
