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Alexander Blok, Russian poet, c1917-1921
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Alexander Blok, Russian poet, c1917-1921
Alexander Blok, Russian poet, c1917-1921. Pictured with members of the Extraordinary Ruling Commission. Blok (second from right) (1880-1921) was a leading member of the Symbolist movement in Russian literature. He is regarded as one of the greatest Russian poets after Alexander Pushkin (1799-1837), with whom he was often compared. Although he initially accepted the Russian Revolution, Blok became disillusioned with the Bolsheviks. He died in 1921 after having been denied permission to travel abroad for medical treatment until it was too late. Found in the collection of the State Museum of AS Pushkin, Moscow
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This print captures Alexander Blok, a renowned Russian poet, during the tumultuous period of 1917-1921. Standing proudly among members of the Extraordinary Ruling Commission, Blok's presence exudes an air of intellectual brilliance and artistic prowess. As one of the leading figures in the Symbolist movement in Russian literature, he is hailed as one of Russia's greatest poets since Alexander Pushkin. Blok's life was marked by both admiration for and disillusionment with the Bolsheviks. Initially embracing the Russian Revolution, he later grew disenchanted with their ideology. Tragically, his desire to seek medical treatment abroad was denied until it was too late, ultimately leading to his untimely death in 1921. In this portrait, captured within the confines of an interior space, we witness a man deeply immersed in his craft. The monochrome palette adds a timeless quality to this image while emphasizing Blok's contemplative expression. His attire reflects both elegance and authority befitting a literary figure of his stature. Preserved within the State Museum of AS Pushkin in Moscow, this archival photograph serves as a poignant reminder not only of Blok's significant contributions to Russian literature but also sheds light on the complex political landscape that shaped his life and legacy.
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