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A Cheap Defense Lawyer. Omsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
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A Cheap Defense Lawyer. Omsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
A Cheap Defense Lawyer. Omsk, 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 Cigarette Cigarettes Glasses Hands Behind Back Lawyers Novosibirsk State Museum Omsk Omsk Oblast Russia Overcoat Pince Nez Siberia Siberian Smirnov Boris Vasilievich Smoker Spectacles Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Lawyer Meeting Of Frontiers Posture White And Black
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Boris Vasilievich Smirnov's poignant black and white portrait, titled "A Cheap Defense Lawyer. Omsk, 1904," captures the introspective gaze and weary posture of a man in a worn overcoat and pince-nez glasses. The man, a defense lawyer, clutches a cigarette in one hand and holds the other behind his back, as if concealing something or deep in thought. The image was created by Smirnov during his journey across Siberia in 1904, while being transported as a prisoner from western Russia. Smirnov's series of drawings and watercolors from this journey, now housed in the Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife, offer a unique glimpse into the lives of ordinary people during this time. The image of the lawyer, with its somber tones and intriguing composition, invites the viewer to ponder the man's story and the challenges he faced in his profession. The man's attire, consisting of a long coat and dress shirt, is typical of the era and adds to the authenticity of the portrait. The use of pencil in the drawing enhances the sense of detail and realism, making the image all the more captivating. The setting, with its sparse surroundings and lack of distinguishing features, emphasizes the focus on the subject and his story. The portrait of "A Cheap Defense Lawyer. Omsk, 1904" is a poignant reminder of the past and the human experiences that shaped it. Smirnov's skillful use of pencil and his keen observational abilities bring the man and his story to life, making it a valuable addition to the heritage of Russian art and the history of the legal profession.
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