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Photographic Print : Prisoner in Prison for Exiles. Adherent of the Dukhobor Religious Sect. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov

Prisoner in Prison for Exiles. Adherent of the Dukhobor Religious Sect. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov




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Prisoner in Prison for Exiles. Adherent of the Dukhobor Religious Sect. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov

Prisoner in Prison for Exiles. Adherent of the Dukhobor Religious Sect. Irkutsk, 1904. Boris Vasilievich Smirnov (1881-1954) was a Russian artist who in 1904 traveled by prisoner transport from western Russia across Siberia. Along the way he created a series of drawings and watercolors of the people and places he encountered. Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife

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Boris Smirnov Boris Vasilievich Smirnov Irkutsk Rossiya Russia Mustache Novosibirsk State Museum Penitentiary Persecution Prison Prisoner Sauce Siberia Siberian Smirnov Boris Vasilievich Hairdressing Meeting Of Frontiers


10"x8" Photo Print

Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Media Storehouse collection. Captured by renowned Russian photographer Boris Vasilievich Smirnov in 1904, this image depicts a Dukhobor religious sect member in prison during exile in Irkutsk. The Dukhobors were known for their unorthodox religious beliefs and refusal to bear arms or serve in the military. This powerful and poignant image offers a rare glimpse into a fascinating chapter of history. Add this unique historical print to your collection and bring the stories of the past to life in your home or office.

Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.

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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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This poignant photograph print is a captivating glimpse into the past, depicting a Dukhobor prisoner in Irkutsk, Russia, in 1904. The image was created by Boris Vasilievich Smirnov, a Russian artist who traveled through Siberia on a prisoner transport. The Dukhobors were a religious sect who faced persecution for their refusal to obey the Russian Orthodox Church's mandatory military service and the compulsory education of their children. Smirnov's drawing portrays a man with a direct gaze, his facial hair and moustache neatly trimmed. The man's serious expression and the stark contrast between the white background and the black and white tones of his clothing and beard create a powerful sense of introspection and resilience. The prisoner's head is tilted slightly, as if inviting the viewer to engage with him on a deeper level. The image is a poignant reminder of the meeting of frontiers between different cultures, beliefs, and laws, and the human cost of religious and political persecution. Smirnov's artwork is a valuable heritage piece, showcasing the rich history and diversity of Russia and its people. This drawing is currently housed in the Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife in Russia.

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