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Tatar women, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
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Tatar women, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Tatar women, 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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Anthropology Drinking Eating Ethnography Ethnology Mikhail Stepanovich Znamensky Mikhail Znamensky Samovar Siberia Siberian Tartar Tartars Tartary Tatar Tatars Znamensky Mikhail Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Meeting Of Frontiers
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This watercolor print, created by Russian artist Mikhail Znamensky between 1862 and 1887, depicts a group of Tatar women engaged in their daily activities. The scene takes place in the Tobol'sk Province of Siberia, a region rich in cultural diversity with various ethnic groups such as Tatars, Russians, Ostiaks, and Samoyeds. The women are shown seated around a large samovar, a traditional Russian heating device used to brew tea. They are dressed in colorful and intricately designed clothing, reflecting their unique Tatar heritage. The women wear long, flowing dresses adorned with geometric patterns and bright colors, while their headscarves are adorned with various embellishments. The interior of the room is filled with the warmth and comfort of a typical Siberian home. The walls are adorned with intricate designs, and the windows let in the natural light. The simplicity and authenticity of the setting add to the charm of the scene. The meeting of frontiers between different cultures is beautifully captured in this image. The women, with their diverse appearances and traditional attire, represent the rich cultural heritage of the region. The use of a samovar, a quintessentially Russian object, further emphasizes the blending of cultures in Siberia. Mikhail Znamensky's watercolor painting is a testament to the anthropological and ethnological significance of Siberia during the 19th century. It offers a glimpse into the lives of the people living in this remote and often overlooked region, providing valuable insights into their customs, traditions, and way of life. The painting is a precious addition to the vast collection of the Russian State Library and a reminder of the beauty and diversity of the human experience.
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