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On Sunday after Mass. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
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On Sunday after Mass. Irkutsk, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
On Sunday after Mass. Irkutsk, 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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On Sunday after Mass, Irkutsk, 1904" is a captivating photographic print by Russian artist Boris Vasilievich Smirnov. This image, taken during Smirnov's journey across Siberia as a prisoner transport, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the people of Irkutsk during the early 20th century. The scene unfolds outside an ornate Catholic church, where a group of people have gathered after Mass. The image is filled with a sense of community and tradition, as men and women, dressed in various coats and clothing, engage in conversation and catch up with one another. In the foreground, a boy and a girl, dressed in simple clothing, sit on the ground, while a beggar, clad in rags, kneels before a man, who appears to be offering him alms. Smirnov's use of charcoal and pencil creates a striking contrast between the intricately detailed exterior of the church and the rough textures of the clothing and the rough, unpaved ground. The image is a testament to the meeting of frontiers - the intersection of the urban and the rural, the affluent and the poor, and the religious and the secular. The image also serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of Russia and its history, particularly in the Siberian region. Smirnov's ability to capture the essence of a moment in time, and the humanity and diversity of the people he encountered, makes "On Sunday after Mass, Irkutsk, 1904" a valuable addition to any collection of historical and artistic works. This print is part of the Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife and is housed in the Library of Congress. It is a reminder of the importance of preserving the past and the role that art plays in documenting and interpreting history.
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