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Nihilism in Russia - Attempted assassination against the Aide de Camp, General Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), outside the door of his hotel in the Great Moskaia in 1880 - The Russian Nihilist movement in the 19th century
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Nihilism in Russia - Attempted assassination against the Aide de Camp, General Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), outside the door of his hotel in the Great Moskaia in 1880 - The Russian Nihilist movement in the 19th century
XEE4147067 Nihilism in Russia - Attempted assassination against the Aide de Camp, General Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), outside the door of his hotel in the Great Moskaia in 1880 - The Russian Nihilist movement in the 19th century: assassination attempt on Count Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), 1880 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nihilism in Russia - Attempted assassination against the Aide de Camp, General Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), outside the door of his hotel in the Great Moskaia in 1880 - The Russian Nihilist movement in the 19th century: assassination attempt on Count Loris Melikoff (Loris-Melikoff), 1880); Stefano Bianchetti
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This print captures a pivotal moment in Russian history during the 19th century. Titled "Nihilism in Russia - Attempted assassination against the Aide de Camp, General Loris Melikoff" the image showcases an engraving of a daring assassination attempt on Count Loris Melikoff outside his hotel in the Great Moskaia in 1880. The photograph sheds light on the Russian Nihilist movement, which was characterized by its radical rejection of traditional values and institutions. The Nihilists sought to dismantle existing social structures and believed that only through complete destruction could true progress be achieved. In this particular scene, we witness an act of terrorism as an unknown assailant tries to take down General Loris Melikoff, who served as an influential Aide de Camp. The intensity and tension are palpable as chaos unfolds outside the hotel door. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke of this engraving, capturing not just the physicality of the event but also conveying a deeper sense of societal unrest. This piece serves as a reminder of how political ideologies can shape nations' histories and highlights both individual acts of defiance and larger movements for change. Stefano Bianchetti's skillful execution brings this historical moment to life, inviting viewers to reflect on Russia's complex past while contemplating themes such as power dynamics, rebellion, and nihilistic philosophies that continue to resonate today.
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