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Girl at the hearth, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: I Popov
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Girl at the hearth, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: I Popov
Girl at the hearth, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. The album "Peoples of Siberia" contains twenty-seven photographs depicting Yakuts and Buryats, everyday life, festivals, meetings, housing, utensils, and hunting accessories. Several of the photographs are signed with the initials "I. P." Irkutsk State University
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This evocative photograph, titled "Girl at the Hearth" by Russian photographer I.P. (Ivan Popov), captures a moment of quiet introspection in the late 19th century to early 20th century Siberian countryside. The image is part of a larger collection, "Peoples of Siberia," which includes twenty-seven photographs documenting the daily life, festivals, and traditions of Yakuts and Buryats. The girl in the photograph stands near a hearth, her gaze fixed on the pipkin (cooking pot) she is stirring with a wooden spoon. Her head is adorned with a traditional headdress, consisting of a headscarf and a fur hat, typical of the region's harsh climate. The girl's simple yet sturdy clothing and the rustic interior of the room suggest a life of hardship and poverty. The photograph offers a glimpse into the domestic life of a young girl in rural Siberia during this period. The hearth, a central feature of the room, serves not only as a source of warmth but also as a focal point for cooking and social interaction. The image invites us to reflect on the rich cultural heritage of the Siberian people and the challenges they faced in their daily lives. The photograph is a valuable addition to the collection of the Library of Congress and a testament to the historical significance of Russian photography. The image's timeless quality and the girl's thoughtful expression make it a poignant reminder of the human spirit and the enduring power of art to capture the essence of a moment in time.
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