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Inside G.U.M. department store, the largest in Moscow, Russia. It was built by Alexander Pomerantsev and boasts an elegant steel framed glass roof. Date: built 1890 - 1893
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This stunning photograph captures the breathtaking interior of G.U.M. (Glavnyy Universalnyy Magazin) department store in Moscow, Russia, built between 1890 and 1893 by the renowned architect Alexander Pomerantsev. The store, a marvel of late 19th-century Russian architecture, is a testament to the grandeur and elegance of the Russian empire during the era of Tsarist Russia. The image showcases the store's impressive glass-roofed atrium, which was a groundbreaking innovation at the time. The steel-framed glass structure, bathed in natural light, creates an airy and open shopping environment that invites visitors to explore the various shops and stalls housed within. The G.U.M. department store was the largest in Moscow and was a symbol of both Russian trade and Russian capitalism. It was a place where people from all walks of life could come to shop for a wide range of goods, from luxury items to everyday necessities. Despite the passage of time and the many political and social changes that Russia has undergone since the store's construction, the G.U.M. remains an iconic landmark and a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The store's enduring appeal lies in its rich history, architectural beauty, and the unique shopping experience it offers. This photograph is a reminder of a bygone era, a time when grand department stores like G.U.M. were the heart of urban life and a symbol of progress and prosperity. It is a testament to the power of architecture to transport us to another time and place, and to the enduring allure of the retail experience.
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