Zoogeographical map of the Soviet Union, 1928.
Zoogeographical map of the Soviet Union, 1928.
This early Soviet masterpiece depicts 236 species categorized by region, from Arctic seals to Far East tigers. It served as a vital "Visual Education" tool, framing nature as a state resource by highlighting the fur trade and agricultural utility. The map also reflects historical geopolitics, showing USSR-claimed borders during a period of massive social restructuring.