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The Magician Arrives at the Village Wedding, 1874, (1965). Creator: Vasily Maksimov
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The Magician Arrives at the Village Wedding, 1874, (1965). Creator: Vasily Maksimov
The Magician Arrives at the Village Wedding, 1874, (1965). Scene in a Russian peasant home, the bride and groom standing under the icons, with embroidered cloths on the walls. The magician, with snow on his hat, is welcomed at right. Preparatory sketch for a painting titled Arrival of the Sorcerer at a Peasant Wedding, in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow. From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]
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The Magician Arrives at the Village Wedding, 1874 (1965)
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is a captivating print that captures a scene from Russian peasant life in the 19th century. In this image, we see a traditional Russian wedding taking place inside a humble peasant home. The bride and groom stand beneath icons, surrounded by embroidered cloths adorning the walls. The focal point of the photograph is the arrival of the magician, distinguished by snow on his hat. His presence brings an air of mystery and enchantment to the celebration. The villagers welcome him with deference and curiosity as he enters from the right side of the frame. This print is actually a preparatory sketch for Vasily Maksimov's painting titled "Arrival of the Sorcerer at a Peasant Wedding" which can be found in Moscow's State Tretyakov Gallery. Maksimov was known for his realistic depictions of Russian rural life during this period. Through this artwork, Maksimov not only showcases traditional costumes and customs but also sheds light on poverty-stricken village communities in Russia during that time. This piece exemplifies both realism as an artistic movement and its focus on capturing everyday scenes. "The Magician Arrives at the Village Wedding" offers viewers a glimpse into another era—a moment frozen in time where tradition meets mysticism against a backdrop of simplicity and hardship. It serves as an important reminder of our cultural heritage and provides insight into historical social dynamics within rural Russia.
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