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Barricades on Liteiniy Prospekt, St Petersburg, February 1917 (b / w photo)
833384 Barricades on Liteiniy Prospekt, St Petersburg, February 1917 (b/w photo) by Bulla, Karl Karlovich (1853-1929); Private Collection; Calmann & King Ltd; Russian, out of copyright
Media ID 22736562
© Calmann & King Ltd / Bridgeman Images
Artillery Barricade Barricades Bolshevik Bolsheviks Communism Communist Communists February Field Gun Field Guns Leningrad Militia Militiamen Militias Petersburg Petrograd Revolutionaries Revolutionary Revolutions Saint Petersburg St Petersburg Militiaman
6"x4" (15x10cm) Acrylic Blox
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Estimated Product Size is 15.2cm x 10.2cm (6" x 4")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, titled "Barricades on Liteiniy Prospekt, St Petersburg, February 1917" transports us back in time to a pivotal moment in history. Taken by Karl Karlovich Bulla, a renowned Russian photographer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this image captures the intensity and chaos of the revolutionary period in Russia. In this powerful scene, we see soldiers standing guard behind makeshift barricades on Liteiniy Prospekt street. The atmosphere is charged with tension as these brave men defend their ideals amidst political turmoil. Field guns are strategically positioned nearby, symbolizing the determination and strength of those fighting for change. The significance of this photo lies not only in its historical context but also in its artistic composition. The stark contrast between light and shadow adds depth to the image while emphasizing the gravity of the situation unfolding before our eyes. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from a private collection now out of copyright, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by revolutionaries who sought to shape a new future for Saint Petersburg (then Petrograd) and ultimately all of Russia. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder that revolutions can be both tumultuous and transformative moments that forever alter societies. Through Bulla's lens, we catch a glimpse into an era defined by passion, idealism, and struggle – an era that would lay the groundwork for significant political shifts yet to come.
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