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The Life of Lenin, 1936. Artist: Pyotr Nikolayevich Staronossov
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The Life of Lenin, 1936. Artist: Pyotr Nikolayevich Staronossov
The Life of Lenin, 1936. Lenins speech from the armoured car, Petrograd. From a series of woodcuts for The Life of Lenin, 1936. From The Studio Volume 127. [The Offices of the Studio, London & New York, 1944]
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Arm Movement Armoured Car Bolshevik Communism Communist Head Of State Jacob Jacob Richter Lenin Leningrad Morale Orator Peasant Peasants Petrograd Prime Minister Richter Saint Petersburg Social Class Soviet Soviet Union Speech Studio Publications Studio Volume 127 Union Of Soviet Socialist Republics Ussr Vi Lenin Vladimir Ilich Vladimir Ilich Lenin Vladimir Ilich Ulyanov Vladimir Ilyich Lenin Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov Working Class Motor Car
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The Life of Lenin, 1936
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is a captivating print that captures a pivotal moment in history. Created by the talented artist Pyotr Nikolayevich Staronossov, this woodcut from "The Studio Volume 127" transports us back to Petrograd in the thirties. In this monochrome image, we see Lenin delivering an impassioned speech from an armoured car amidst a sea of people. The crowd gathers around him, their eyes fixed on the charismatic leader who fought for their rights and championed communism. This powerful portrayal showcases the essence of Lenin's political career and his influence on Russian society. As we delve into the details of this print, we notice every stroke meticulously carved by Staronossov. The artist's skillful depiction brings out not only Lenin's commanding presence but also highlights the poverty-stricken surroundings and working-class individuals who revered him. This woodcut serves as a reminder of Russia's tumultuous past during the twentieth century. It encapsulates both hope and despair within its frames – hope for change and equality among social classes, juxtaposed with the harsh realities faced by peasants living in poverty-stricken conditions. "The Life of Lenin, 1936" stands as a testament to Vladimir Ilich Lenin's legacy as a statesman and Bolshevik leader. It immortalizes his oratory skills while reflecting upon his significant contributions to shaping Soviet Union history.
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