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A Merchant Who Sold Beautiful Merchandise. Old Believer, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
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A Merchant Who Sold Beautiful Merchandise. Old Believer, 1904. Creator: Boris Vasilievich Smirnov
A Merchant Who Sold Beautiful Merchandise. Old Believer, 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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Boris Smirnov Boris Vasilievich Smirnov Fur Coat Fur Hat Kind Kindness Merchant Novosibirsk State Museum Siberia Siberian Smirnov Boris Vasilievich Colour Pencil Meeting Of Frontiers
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Boris Vasilievich Smirnov's captivating watercolor painting, titled "A Merchant Who Sold Beautiful Merchandise. Old Believer," dates back to 1904. Smirnov, a Russian artist, created this masterpiece during his journey across Siberia as a prisoner transportee. The image depicts an Old Believer merchant, his face partially obscured by a fur hat and a thick beard, looking away from the viewer. He is dressed in traditional clothing, with a brown coat adorned with intricate designs and a collar that stands out against his simple, white shirt. The merchant's hands are folded in front of him, holding a colorful piece of fabric, suggesting the merchandise he offers for sale. The painting is a poignant representation of the meeting of frontiers and the blending of cultures that characterized the Russian Empire during the early 20th century. The merchant's fur hat and coat, along with the traditional clothing and the Old Believer faith, speak to the rich heritage of the Russian people and their connection to the land. The use of pencil drawing techniques adds depth and texture to the image, making it a stunning work of art that transports us back in time. The painting is now part of the Novosibirsk State Museum of Regional History and Folklife in Russia, and is a testament to the kindness and resilience of the human spirit. Smirnov's ability to capture the essence of a moment in time and place it on paper is a reminder of the power of art to preserve history and connect us to our past.
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