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Russians playing the game of Pristinky, skittles
Russian peasants playing the game of Pristinky, skittles, bowls, cudgels, etc. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi from Giulio Ferrarios Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World, Florence, 1847
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Bowls Ferrario Giulio Peoples Skittles Cudgels Droshky
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This handcoloured copperplate engraving by Giarre and Stanghi, taken from Giulio Ferrario's "Costumes Ancient and Modern of the Peoples of the World," published in Florence in 1847, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past as it depicts a lively scene of Russians playing the traditional game of Pristinky, also known as skittles. The image captures the essence of rural Russian life, with peasants dressed in their folk costumes, gathered around a makeshift playing area. The game of Pristinky is believed to have originated in Russia during the Middle Ages. It is similar to the English game of skittles, with the addition of using cudgels to knock down the pins. The players take turns rolling a large wooden ball towards a row of nine pins, attempting to knock them all down with one throw. The player with the fewest number of throws to knock down all the pins wins the game. In this engraving, we see several Russians engaged in the game, their expressions reflecting the intensity and excitement of the moment. The setting is rustic, with a droshky, a traditional Russian horse-drawn carriage, parked nearby. The vibrant colours of the handcolouring bring the scene to life, adding to the overall charm and authenticity of the image. This historical illustration provides a valuable record of Russian culture and traditions, offering a window into the past and a reminder of the rich and diverse heritage of the Russian people.
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