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View of Kutaisi (1870s)

View of Kutaisi with a river flowing through the city, stone bridge remains, residential houses, and a church complex in the background.

Panoramic view of Kutaisi with the Rioni River and urban architecture, 1870s.

This photograph presents a panoramic view of Kutaisi during the 19th century. The Rioni River runs through the urban landscape, with visible stone bridge structures, residential houses along the riverbanks, and a prominent church complex rising in the distance. The image documents the spatial organization and architectural character of Kutaisi during the Imperial period and reflects Barkanov’s early documentary work in western Georgia.

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Date
1870
Photographer
Vladimer Barkanov
Source
V. Barkanov's photos are kept in Literary Museum in Tbilisi.
Rights
Archive holding - Contact museum for licensing
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