Vintage Soviet-era colour stereoscopic photographic slides set titled “Lake Baikal” (Озеро Байкал), produced in Moscow, USSR, by the Experimental Factory of the All-Union Society “Znanie” (Knowledge).

The original cardboard packaging features an attractive illustration of a passenger ship sailing across the water with a red sun in the background.

This set was produced for viewing three-dimensional stereoscopic photographs, a popular form of educational and recreational entertainment in the Soviet Union.

Original Packaging Details:

* Title: Lake Baikal (Озеро Байкал)

* Type: Colour stereoscopic photographic slides / 3D stereo images

* Manufacturer: Experimental Factory of the All-Union Society “Znanie”

* Place of manufacture: Moscow, USSR

* Original stated quantity: 10 slides

* Series: N

* Article number: MG082-3

* Grade: 1st Grade

* Original Soviet retail price: 1 Rouble

* Period: Soviet era, exact year unknown

Historical Background:

The All-Union Society “Znanie” was established in 1947 to promote scientific, cultural and educational knowledge throughout the Soviet Union.

Stereoscopic photography allowed viewers to experience photographs with an impression of three-dimensional depth when using a suitable stereo viewer.

Lake Baikal, located in Siberia, is the world’s deepest freshwater lake and was a popular subject for Soviet educational and travel photography.

These original stereo slide sets are interesting collectibles representing Soviet photographic technology, tourism and educational entertainment.

Condition:

Vintage used condition with visible age-related wear, marks, discolouration and minor damage to the original cardboard packaging.

The contents have not been individually checked or tested. The number and condition of slides inside have not been verified.

Sold as a vintage collectible.

Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.

Combined Postage:

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