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News from the Home Village, 1889 (colour litho)
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News from the Home Village, 1889 (colour litho)
5231928 News from the Home Village, 1889 (colour litho) by Pasternak, Leonid Osipovic (1862-1945) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: News from the Home Village, 1889. Russian soldiers reading letters from home in their barracks. The artist was the father of the novelist Boris Pasternak.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection
Media ID 22585560
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Barracks Bunks Dormitory Nostalgia Beds Homesickness
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News from the Home Village, 1889
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is a captivating colour lithograph that transports us back to the barracks of Russian soldiers in the late 19th century. The artist behind this poignant piece is Leonid Osipovic Pasternak, renowned not only for his artistic talent but also as the father of celebrated novelist Boris Pasternak. In this scene, we witness a moment of respite amidst military duties as soldiers eagerly gather around to read letters from their beloved hometowns. Their faces are filled with a mix of anticipation and nostalgia, yearning for news from loved ones left behind. The cramped dormitory with its rows of beds and bunks serves as a stark reminder of their shared experience and camaraderie within the army. The painting beautifully captures the universal theme of homesickness, reminding us that even warriors on distant battlefields long for connection and familiarity. Each soldier's individual story unfolds through their expressions and body language, revealing glimpses into lives far removed from the battlefield. As we gaze upon this artwork, we cannot help but be transported to another time and place – an era when handwritten letters were treasured lifelines connecting soldiers to their families. "News from the Home Village" serves as both a visual masterpiece and an emotional testament to human longing, inviting us to reflect on our own connections to home while appreciating the immense talent of Leonid Osipovic Pasternak.
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