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A Lodge in the Taiga near the Village of Baranchiki by the Baikal Station. Workers Building... 1904 Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
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A Lodge in the Taiga near the Village of Baranchiki by the Baikal Station. Workers Building... 1904 Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
A Lodge in the Taiga near the Village of Baranchiki by the Baikal Station. Workers Building the Krugobaikal Railway Lived Here, 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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A Lodge in the Taiga near the Village of Baranchiki by the Baikal Station: Workers Building the Krugobaikal Railway, 1904" is a captivating pencil drawing by Russian artist Boris Vasilievich Smirnov. This evocative image transports us to the heart of Siberia in the early 20th century, as Smirnov documented his journey across Russia as a prisoner transportee. The drawing depicts a simple yet sturdy log cabin nestled amidst the dense Taiga forest, with workers in the foreground toiling away at the construction of the Krugobaikal Railway. The lodge, which served as temporary shelter for the laborers, is situated near the riverbank, with a stream meandering through the scene. The vast, untouched wilderness of the Taiga stretches out beyond, providing a stark contrast to the human endeavor of building the railway. Smirnov masterfully captures the raw beauty of the Siberian landscape, as well as the determination and resilience of the workers. The monochromatic palette of the drawing, with its intricate pencil lines, adds depth and texture to the image, making it a captivating window into the past. This drawing is a testament to Smirnov's artistic talent and his ability to capture the essence of a moment in time. It offers a glimpse into the meeting of frontiers between the wild, untamed Taiga and the human desire to conquer and explore new territories. The image is a valuable addition to the heritage of Russian art and serves as a reminder of the rich history and culture of Siberia. This pencil drawing by Boris Vasilievich Smirnov, "A Lodge in the Taiga near the Village of Baranchiki by the Baikal Station: Workers Building the Krugobaikal Railway, 1904," is a captivating work of art that invites us to explore the history and beauty of Siberia during the early 20th century.
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