Framed Print : Russia / 1937 / Purges
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Russia / 1937 / Purges
STALINIST PURGES Eidemann, Wortz, Kestinski and others are invited to a meeting at the Kremlin...and then arrested
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Arrested Invited Meeting 1937 Purges Stalinist
22"x18" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Russia / 1937 / Purges" framed print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports you back to a pivotal moment in history, as Eidemann, Wortz, and Kestinski, among others, are summoned to a fateful meeting at the Kremlin. The atmosphere is tense, as the shadow of the Stalinist purges looms large. This exquisitely detailed, rights-managed print is a powerful reminder of the complexities and consequences of political power. Bring this intriguing piece of history into your home or office and start a conversation.
20x16 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 45.7cm x 50.8cm (18" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 55.9cm (18" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in Russian history during the height of Joseph Stalin's reign of terror in 1937. The image depicts a group of prominent figures, including Leonid Eidemann, Boris Wortz, and Boris Kestinski, as they gather for a meeting at the grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow. Their expressions betray a sense of unease and apprehension, little do they know that this very gathering would mark the beginning of their downfall. The year 1937 was a time of intense political upheaval in the Soviet Union, as Stalin launched a series of purges aimed at eliminating perceived enemies of the state. The Great Purge, as it came to be known, resulted in the arrest, imprisonment, and execution of hundreds of thousands of innocent people. The victims were falsely accused of treason, sabotage, and other crimes, and were subjected to show trials that were little more than sham proceedings. Eidemann, Wortz, and Kestinski were among the many high-ranking officials, intellectuals, and artists who were targeted in these purges. They had all been trusted members of the Soviet elite, but their fates were sealed by Stalin's paranoia and his desire to consolidate power. The photograph serves as a haunting reminder of the capricious nature of power and the devastating consequences of political repression. The image is a poignant snapshot of a dark period in Russian history, and offers a glimpse into the lives of those who were caught up in the maelstrom of the purges. It is a testament to the human capacity for hope and resilience in the face of adversity, and serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting individual rights and freedoms.
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