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Before departure, 1920
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Before departure, 1920
Before departure, 1920. Private Collection
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Albert Nikolayevich 1852 1936 Benois Country Side Domestics End Of 19th Early 20th Cen Estate Eternity Exploitation Feudal Feudalism Gouache On Paper Landlord Landowner Landowners Landownership Manor Estate Memento Mori Mistress Nobility Past Peasant Peasants Russian History Russian Nobility Russian Painting Samovar Serf Serfdom Serfs Servant Transience Vassal Aristocracy Lady Of The Manor
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Before Departure, 1920 - A Glimpse into the Transient Lives of Russian Peasants
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. This print titled "Before Departure, 1920" offers a poignant snapshot of life in early 20th-century Russia. The image, part of a private collection, transports us to an expansive countryside estate where the remnants of feudalism and serfdom still linger. In this landscape painting by Albert Nikolayevich Benois, we witness the stark contrast between the privileged aristocracy and their exploited peasant servants. The noble landowner's imposing manor stands as a symbol of power and wealth while peasants gather around a samovar—a reminder of their servitude. The scene evokes both nostalgia for a vanishing era and an unsettling memento mori. It serves as a testament to the enduring struggle faced by those bound to landownership under oppressive systems. The graphic arts technique employed here adds depth to this historical narrative. Through this artwork, we glimpse into Russian history at its crossroads—feudalism fading away but leaving scars on society's fabric. It invites contemplation on themes such as exploitation, social hierarchy, and transience. As we peer into this moment frozen in time, we are reminded that behind every grand estate lies countless untold stories—the hopes and dreams crushed by inequality. "Before Departure" captures not only an era but also echoes the resilience of those who yearned for change amidst vast landscapes that seemed eternal yet ever
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