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June 2, 1837, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
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June 2, 1837, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
June 2, 1837, 1862-1887. From an album of 32 original watercolors from the library of Tsar Nicholas II. The subjects include scenes from Tobol'sk, Berezov, Obdorsk (present-day Salekhard), and other localities in Tobol'sk Province; the different ethnic groups living in this region of Siberia (Russians, Tatars, Ostiaks, Samoyeds); scenes of everyday life and work; as well as several historical themes, including the "Conquest of Siberia" and "Siberia as a Place of Exile." Russian State Library
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1830s Bell Bells Celebration Celebrations Ceremonial Ceremony Commemoration Commemorative Hanging Mikhail Stepanovich Znamensky Mikhail Znamensky Position Priest Ringing Russian Orthodox Siberia Siberian Tobolsk Tyumen Oblast Siberia Russia Znamensky Mikhail Archway Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Meeting Of Frontiers
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This watercolor painting by Mikhail Znamensky, created on June 2, 1837, depicts a scene from the Tobol'sk Province in Siberia during the 1860s. The image showcases an archway adorned with colorful bells and a large, ornate bell, marking the entrance to a Russian Orthodox church. A group of men, dressed in military uniforms and traditional Russian apparel, gather beneath the archway, possibly for a commemorative ceremony or the ringing of the church bells. The diverse population of the region is reflected in the ethnicities of the men present, including Russians, Tatars, Ostiaks, and Samoyeds. The painting also captures the unique architecture of the area, with intricate architectural features and a distinctively Russian onion-domed church in the background. This artwork is a testament to the rich cultural and historical heritage of Siberia during the 19th century, and provides a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived there during a time of significant change and exploration." "Mikhail Znamensky (1837-1887) was a prolific Russian artist known for his watercolors of Siberia, which were part of an album of 32 original works from the library of Tsar Nicholas II. The album includes scenes from Tobol'sk, Berezov, Obdorsk (present-day Salekhard), and other localities in the Tobol'sk Province. The artwork showcases the various ethnic groups living in the region, scenes of everyday life and work, and historical themes such as the Conquest of Siberia and Siberia as a Place of Exile." "This painting is a valuable addition to any collection of Russian or Siberian art, and is a reminder of the rich cultural and historical heritage of the region. The intricate details and vibrant colors of the watercolor bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer back in time to experience the people, architecture, and traditions of Siberia during the 19th century.
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