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LENIN AT FINLAND STATION. The arrival of Russian Communist leader Vladimir Ilich Lenin (facing crowd with hat raised) at the Finland Station in Petrograd, April 1917. Joseph Stalin, who was not actually present at the event, is fictitiously depicted standing behind Lenin. Soviet painting, c1930s
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LENIN AT FINLAND STATION. The arrival of Russian Communist leader Vladimir Ilich Lenin (facing crowd with hat raised) at the Finland Station in Petrograd, April 1917. Joseph Stalin, who was not actually present at the event, is fictitiously depicted standing behind Lenin. Soviet painting, c1930s
LENIN AT FINLAND STATION.
The arrival of Russian Communist leader Vladimir Ilich Lenin (facing crowd with hat raised) at the Finland Station in Petrograd, April 1917. Joseph Stalin, who was not actually present at the event, is fictitiously depicted standing behind Lenin. Soviet painting, c1930s
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1917 1930s Arrival Band Bolshevik Brass Greeting Ilich Joseph Leader Lenin Nikolai Petrograd Politician Propaganda Railroad Car Railroad Station Raised Raising Reception Revolution Russian Russian Revolution Socialist Realism Soviet Stalin Tuba Ulyanov Vladimir
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This historic photograph captures the momentous arrival of Russian Communist leader Vladimir Ilich Lenin at the Finland Station in Petrograd, April 1917. The image showcases a powerful scene as Lenin faces a cheering crowd with his hat raised high in the air. However, what makes this particular print unique is the fictitious depiction of Joseph Stalin standing behind Lenin, despite not actually being present at the event. Painted during the 1930s under Soviet influence, this artwork represents an idealized version of history and serves as propaganda for the regime. It aims to solidify Stalin's position within the Communist Party by associating him with Lenin, who was revered as a revolutionary icon. The painting also highlights other elements that symbolize key aspects of early Russian communism. A band plays energetically in front of a railroad car while workers and supporters gather around to greet their leader. This portrayal emphasizes unity and strength among comrades during a time when Russia was undergoing significant political upheaval. Overall, this print encapsulates both historical significance and artistic representation through its vivid depiction of Lenin's arrival at Finland Station. It offers viewers insight into how art can be used to shape narratives and promote ideologies prevalent during that era – particularly socialist realism which sought to glorify communist leaders and ideals.
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