Sons Winckelmann Collection
Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of Europe's ethnographic diversity in the mid-19th century
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Exploring the rich cultural tapestry of Europe's ethnographic diversity in the mid-19th century, these captivating portraits showcase various ethnic groups across Eastern Europe and Russia. Karl Fiale's depictions of Little Russians (Ukrainians), Chuvashka Mordva, Cheremiska, and Zyryanka (Votyachka, Votyak, Zyryanin) offer a glimpse into the lives of the Ukrainian, Chuvash, Mordvin, and Votyak peoples. Meanwhile, A. Derzhanovskii's works on the Inari Lapps, Finns (Suoma-layzet), and Urak people, as well as those of the Lithuanians of the Vilna province, provide insight into the lives of the Sami, Finnish, and Lithuanian communities. Additionally, portraits of Estonians, Great Russians (Voronezh Governorate), Finns of the St. Petersburg province (Ayramoiset and Savakot), and Crimean Tatars (Mullah) further expand our understanding of the diverse ethnic landscape of the time. These captivating images, created between 1862, offer a valuable window into the past and remind us of the rich cultural heritage that continues to shape Europe today.