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RUSSIAN REVOLUTION, 1917. An angry crowd carrying a portrait of Czar Nicholas II to a bonfire in Petrograd during the February Revolution (March 1917). Watercolor, 1917
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RUSSIAN REVOLUTION, 1917. An angry crowd carrying a portrait of Czar Nicholas II to a bonfire in Petrograd during the February Revolution (March 1917). Watercolor, 1917
RUSSIAN REVOLUTION, 1917.
An angry crowd carrying a portrait of Czar Nicholas II to a bonfire in Petrograd during the February Revolution (March 1917). Watercolor, 1917
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1917 Angry Bolshevik Bonfire Burning Carrying Coat Czar February Revolution Flag Nicholas Ii October Revolution Outdoor Petrograd Rebellion Resistance Revolutionary Russian Russian Revolution Water Color
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This powerful print captures the intense emotions and revolutionary spirit of the Russian Revolution in 1917. The image depicts an angry crowd in Petrograd during the February Revolution, marching through the streets with a portrait of Czar Nicholas II. Their determination is palpable as they carry this symbol of autocracy towards a bonfire, ready to burn it. The watercolor technique used in this artwork adds depth and vibrancy to the scene, emphasizing the fervor and energy of the moment. The artist skillfully portrays both individual expressions and collective unity within the crowd, highlighting their shared discontent with Nicholas II's rule. The February Revolution marked a turning point in Russian history, leading to widespread rebellion against Tsarist oppression. This event paved the way for further revolutionary actions such as the October Revolution later that year. In this painting from Granger Art on Demand's Carousel Collection, we witness a pivotal moment in history when ordinary people rose up against an oppressive regime. It serves as a reminder of humanity's capacity for resistance and change, even in times of great adversity.
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