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Khant woman, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
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Khant woman, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Khant woman, 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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This watercolor painting, created by Russian artist Mikhail Znamensky between 1862 and 1887, depicts a Khant woman seated inside a traditional Siberian dwelling. The image is part of a collection of 32 original watercolors from the library of Tsar Nicholas II, showcasing various scenes from Tobol'sk Province, including its diverse ethnic groups, everyday life, and historical themes. The Khant woman is dressed in traditional apparel, which includes a colorful, patterned dress made of woolen threads. She is spinning threads on a spindle, a common household activity for women in the region. The interior of the house is adorned with wooden buildings and structures, reflecting the rustic charm of Siberian life in the 19th century. The Khant people, also known as Ostyaks or Samoyeds, are an indigenous ethnic group that inhabited the forests and tundra regions of Western Siberia. This painting offers a glimpse into their rich cultural heritage, which was shaped by their unique environment and way of life. Mikhail Znamensky's watercolor painting is a valuable anthropological and ethnographic record, providing insights into the meeting of frontiers between European and indigenous cultures in Siberia during the 19th century. The painting is a testament to the enduring legacy of Siberia's diverse peoples and their vibrant traditions, which continue to captivate and inspire us today.
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