Home > Arts > Contemporary art > Portraits > Still life artwork
Portrait of a boy Leonid in a Caucasian national costume, end of 19th century. Creator: VV Degtiarev
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Portrait of a boy Leonid in a Caucasian national costume, end of 19th century. Creator: VV Degtiarev
Portrait of a boy Leonid in a Caucasian national costume, end of 19th century. This collection contains 136 photographs of Irkutsk from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The photographs show views of both the city of Irkutsk and countryside of Irkutsk Province; methods of transportation; and the citizenry, including their way of life, social activities, and forms of entertainment. Irkutsk Municipal History Museum
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 35140339
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Caucasus Asia Childrens Wear Childrenswear Dagger Fur Hat Irkutsk History Museum Irkutsk Rossiya Russia National Costume National Dress Siberia Siberian Typical Blade Clothing Dress Fashion Clothing Meeting Of Frontiers Traditional Dress White And Black
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Cats (Domestic)
> Russian White
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Portraits
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Portraits
> Still life artwork
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Portraits
> Portrait photography
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Still life paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Arts
> Portraits
> Still life artwork
> Arts
> Realistic drawings
> Still life artwork
> Still life paintings
EDITORS COMMENTS
This portrait captures the enchanting image of a young boy named Leonid, dressed in traditional Caucasian national costume from the late 19th century. The photograph is part of a collection of 136 images documenting the city of Irkutsk and its surrounding province in Russia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The collection, housed in the Irkutsk Municipal History Museum, offers a glimpse into the rich history and diverse culture of the region. In the portrait, Leonid gazes directly at the camera with a curious and confident expression, wearing a fur hat adorned with intricate embroidery and a long, colorful coat. The boy's jacket is embellished with intricate patterns and fringe, and he holds a dagger at his side, adding to the traditional Caucasian aesthetic. The portrait not only showcases the unique fashion of the time but also highlights the meeting of frontiers and the blend of various cultural influences in the region. The photograph, taken by renowned Russian photographer VV Degtiarev, offers a timeless and nostalgic look into the past, inviting us to appreciate the heritage and traditions of a bygone era. The image is a testament to the beauty and diversity of the people and their way of life during the 1890s in Irkutsk, Siberia, Russia.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
