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Portrait of the Marshal of the Soviet Union and Poland, Konstantin Rokossovsky (1896-1968), 1944 (oil on canvas)
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Portrait of the Marshal of the Soviet Union and Poland, Konstantin Rokossovsky (1896-1968), 1944 (oil on canvas)
BAL266173 Portrait of the Marshal of the Soviet Union and Poland, Konstantin Rokossovsky (1896-1968), 1944 (oil on canvas) by Yakovlev, Vassily Nikolayevich (1893-1953); 196x136 cm; Regional Art Museum, Kurgan, Russia; (add.info.: having been sent to a labour camp at Norilsk in the Great Purge of 1937 he was released without explanation in 1940, presumably due to preparation for war;)
Media ID 38094480
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Decorations Eastern Front Former Soviet Union Marshall Medals Peoples Revolutionary Army Poland Poland Polish Pole Polish Red Army Red Army Soldier Red Guards Soviet Russia Soviet Union Soviets Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic Union Of Soviet Socialist Republics Ussr Workers And Peasants Red Army World War Two Wwii
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This striking portrait captures the formidable presence of Marshal Konstantin Rokossovsky, a key figure in both Soviet and Polish military history. Painted by Vassily Nikolayevich Yakovlev in 1944, during the tumultuous years of World War II, this oil on canvas masterpiece showcases Rokossovsky's steely gaze and commanding stance.
Rokossovsky's life was marked by hardship and resilience; after being unjustly sent to a labor camp during Stalin's Great Purge, he emerged as a hero of the Eastern Front. His release in 1940 paved the way for his crucial role in leading Soviet forces to victory against Nazi Germany.
Adorned with medals and decorations that speak to his bravery and leadership, Rokossovsky stands tall as a symbol of strength and determination. The painting exudes an aura of authority and confidence, reflecting his unwavering commitment to defending his homeland.
As one gazes upon this portrait, they are transported back to a pivotal moment in history when courage and sacrifice were paramount. Rokossovsky's legacy lives on through this powerful depiction, serving as a reminder of the indomitable spirit that guided him through some of the darkest days of war.
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