The Destruction of the Austrian Army at Lvov, August 1914, WW1 lithographic lubok poster.
Large lithographic 23 ½" x 16 ¾" print in the lubok style, popular in Russia at the time. Printed by I. Mashistov Typo-Lithography Partnership, Moscow.
In very good condition, showing a few minor tears to the margins, easily repairable with library acid-free tape, if desired. The colors and text are vibrant, crisp, and clear.
The print depicts an episode of the WW1 Battle of Galicia which resulted in significant destruction to the Austro-Hungarian Army near Lvov (aka Lemberg, now Lviv). The Russian army inflicted heavy casualties, and the Austro-Hungarian forces were
Large lithographic 23 ½" x 16 ¾" print in the lubok style, popular in Russia at the time. Printed by I. Mashistov Typo-Lithography Partnership, Moscow.
In very good condition, showing a few minor tears to the margins, easily repairable with library acid-free tape, if desired. The colors and text are vibrant, crisp, and clear.
The print depicts an episode of the WW1 Battle of Galicia which resulted in significant destruction to the Austro-Hungarian Army near Lvov (aka Lemberg, now Lviv). The Russian army inflicted heavy casualties, and the Austro-Hungarian forces were pushed back, leading to the capture of Lvov.
The caption under the imagery reads: "At 12 o'clock noon after a seven-day battle, our army captured the forward fortifications of Lvov that are located 15-20 versts (approx. 10-13 miles) east of the city, and then approached the main Lvov forts. On 19 August (1 September by Gregorian calendar), after an exceptionally stubborn fight, the Austrians fled in disarray leaving behind their light and heavy guns, artillery depots, and field kitchens. Our advance guard and cavalry pursued the enemy that took huge losses in killed, wounded, and captured prisoner. The Austrian army operating in the area of Lvov comprised 3rd, 11th, and 12th Corps, as well as units of 7th and 14th Corps. All the roads were clogged with abandoned artillery depots and wagon trains loaded with various supplies. The total number of field guns we captured was close to 150."
Note that, quite uncommonly, the lithograph depicts shadowy silhouettes of two airplanes in the sky above the battleground.
Please note that the 1-ft. ruler in our photo is for size reference.
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