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An Exiled Tolstoyan. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
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An Exiled Tolstoyan. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
An Exiled Tolstoyan. Irkutsk, 1904. Boris Vasilievich Smirnov (1881-1954) was a Russian artist who in 1904 traveled by prisoner transport from western Russia across Siberia. Along the way he created a series of drawings and watercolors of the people and places he encountered. Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife
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This striking portrait, titled "An Exiled Tolstoyan. Irkutsk, 1904," is a poignant work by Russian artist Boris Vasilievich Smirnov. Smirnov created this pencil drawing while in transit through Siberia as an exile from western Russia. The image captures the intense gaze and scowling expression of a bearded man, dressed in a simple white shirt and trousers, with a moustache and a fur hat. The man's posture and demeanor suggest a deep sense of resentment or melancholy. The setting of the drawing is the Siberian city of Irkutsk, which was a major stop on the Trans-Siberian Railway and a crossroads of cultures. Smirnov's meeting with this Tolstoyan, a follower of the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy, likely took place during a gathering of like-minded individuals who sought refuge in Siberia to escape persecution or to live according to their philosophical beliefs. The drawing is a testament to Smirnov's artistic talent and his ability to capture the essence of the people and places he encountered during his journey. The use of pencil and the subtle shading create a sense of depth and texture, while the monochromatic color palette adds to the somber mood of the image. This powerful portrait is a valuable addition to the collections of the Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife and the Library of Congress, and it offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Russia during the early 20th century.
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