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Guerre russo-turque (russo turque) de 1877-1878 : l attaque des voiliers russes sur le cuirasse turc Assari Shevket, sur la Mer Noire, le 12 aout 1877
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Guerre russo-turque (russo turque) de 1877-1878 : l attaque des voiliers russes sur le cuirasse turc Assari Shevket, sur la Mer Noire, le 12 aout 1877
FIA5365116 Guerre russo-turque (russo turque) de 1877-1878 : l attaque des voiliers russes sur le cuirasse turc Assari Shevket, sur la Mer Noire, le 12 aout 1877 (Attack of the russian cutters on the turkish steam battleship Assari Shevket in the Black Sea on 12 August 1877). Peinture de Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky (Ivan Konstantinovitch Aivazovski, 1817-1900). Huile sur toile, 98 x 123 cm, 1877. art russe, romantisme. State Central Navy Museum, Saint Petersbourg. © FineArtImage/Leemage by Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900); State Central Navy Museum, St. Petersburg; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print captures a pivotal moment in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878. Painted by Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky, a renowned Russian artist, it depicts the intense attack of Russian sailboats on the Turkish steam battleship Assari Shevket in the Black Sea on August 12,1877. The painting showcases Aivazovsky's mastery in capturing the chaos and drama of naval warfare. The vibrant colors and meticulous attention to detail bring this historical event to life. Smoke billows from cannons as both sides engage in fierce combat, creating an atmosphere of tension and destruction. The significance of this battle lies not only in its depiction but also in its historical context. The Russo-Turkish War marked a turning point for Russia's expansion into Eastern Europe and Central Asia. It was a conflict that shaped geopolitical dynamics for years to come. Displayed at the State Central Navy Museum in Saint Petersburg, this artwork stands as a testament to Aivazovsky's talent and his contribution to Russian art during the Romantic period. Through his brushstrokes, he immortalizes an important chapter in history while honoring those who fought bravely on both sides. As viewers gaze upon this masterpiece, they are transported back to that fateful day when two powerful nations clashed amidst the vast expanse of the Black Sea. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring struggle for power and dominance throughout history.
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