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L.N. Tolstoi, in Iasnaia Poliana, 1908. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
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L.N. Tolstoi, in Iasnaia Poliana, 1908. Creator: Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky
L.N. Tolstoi, in Iasnaia Poliana, 1908. In album: Various views and studies, Russian Empire and Europe
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1908 Album Count Leo N Tolstoi Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy Leo Tolstoy Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy Novelist Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Sepia Sergei Mikhailovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergei Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin Gorsky Sergey Prokudin Gorsky Tolstoy Leo Tolstoy Leo Graf Tolstoy Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy Lev Nikolayevich Meeting Of Frontiers
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"This photograph captures the renowned Russian novelist, Count Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy (1828-1910), in his tranquil study at his estate in Iasnaia Poliana, Russia, in 1908. The image was captured by the remarkable photographer, Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky (1863-1944), during his extensive journey through the Russian Empire and Europe, documenting the rich cultural heritage of these lands. Tolstoy, a bearded man of considerable stature, sits in a thoughtful pose, deep in contemplation, with a serious expression. His piercing gaze seems to penetrate the very soul of the viewer. The sepia tones of the photograph add an air of nostalgia and timelessness, transporting us back to a bygone era. The setting is simple yet evocative, with a rustic wooden table and a window revealing a picturesque landscape beyond. The meeting of the frontiers of nature and civilization is a recurring theme in Tolstoy's works, and this image offers a glimpse into the author's world, where the beauty of the natural world intertwines with the depths of human emotion and intellect. Prokudin-Gorsky's masterful use of color photography, although not yet widely available during this time, is evident in the subtle variations of tone and hue. This photograph is a testament to the power of art to preserve history and transport us to another time and place." This photograph is part of the "Various views and studies" album in the Library of Congress, Washington D.C., USA, and is a valuable addition to the heritage of world literature and art.
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