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Count Sergey Volkonsky, Russian soldier and Decembrist rebel, Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia, 1845. Artist: Alfred Davignon
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Count Sergey Volkonsky, Russian soldier and Decembrist rebel, Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia, 1845. Artist: Alfred Davignon
Count Sergey Volkonsky, Russian soldier and Decembrist rebel, Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia, 1845. A Major-General in the Russian army, Volkonsky (1788-1865) was one of the leaders of the Decembrist revolt in 1825 in which army officers rebelled against the succession of Tsar Nicholas I following the death of Alexander I. The uprising failed and Volkonsky was exiled to Siberia. From a private collection
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Alfred Archive Photos Daguerreotype Decembrist Revolt Exile Exiled Fur Hat Irkutsk Punishment Rebel Revolt Rossiya Sergey Siberia Uprising Volkonsky Davignon
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This print captures Count Sergey Volkonsky, a Russian soldier and Decembrist rebel, in Irkutsk, Siberia in 1845. Painted by Alfred Davignon, the image portrays the resilience and strength of this remarkable historical figure. Count Sergey Volkonsky was not only a Major-General in the Russian army but also one of the key leaders of the Decembrist revolt in 1825. This rebellion arose from a deep dissatisfaction with Tsar Nicholas I's ascension to power after Alexander I's death. Unfortunately, their uprising failed, leading to Volkonsky's exile to Siberia as punishment. In this portrait, Volkonsky dons a fur hat that adds an air of authority to his appearance. His piercing gaze reflects both determination and defiance against an oppressive regime. The fine details captured by Davignon showcase every wrinkle on his face, telling tales of hardship endured during his time as a rebel and subsequent exile. The monochrome aesthetic enhances the gravity of this historic moment while evoking nostalgia for nineteenth-century Russia. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity and punishment, individuals like Count Sergey Volkonsky stood up for what they believed in. Preserved within a private collection today, this photograph offers us glimpses into an era marked by rebellion and political unrest—a testament to the indomitable spirit that can arise from even the harshest circumstances.
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