Before shift work. Stakhanov Brigade, 1937. Creator: Ryazhsky, Georgi Georgievich (1895-1952)

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Before shift work. Stakhanov Brigade, 1937. Creator: Ryazhsky, Georgi Georgievich (1895-1952)

Before shift work. Stakhanov Brigade, 1937. Found in the collection of State Art Museum, Yekaterinburg

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Agitation Genrehistory Heavy Industry Industrial Plant Industrialialization Metall Processing Metallurgy Politic Proletarian Proletariat Propaganda Soviet Soviet Union Stalinism State Art Museum Steel Steelworker Ussr Works Yekaterinburg

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This powerful photograph captures a moment in history that symbolizes the strength and determination of the Soviet proletariat. The Stakhanov Brigade, named after famed miner Alexey Stakhanov, was at the forefront of a movement to increase productivity and efficiency in heavy industry during Stalinist Russia. In this image, we see workers gathered before their shift at an industrial plant, ready to take on the challenges of metallurgy and steel production. The artist, Georgi Georgievich Ryazhsky, has captured the essence of proletarian solidarity and hard work in this scene. The painting exudes a sense of pride and camaraderie among the workers as they prepare for another day of labor under harsh conditions. The propaganda element is evident in the composition, with strong figures dominating the foreground while machinery looms ominously in the background. Ryazhsky's use of oil on canvas adds depth and texture to his depiction of industrialization in Soviet Russia. The fine details and realistic portrayal make it seem as though we are witnessing this historical moment firsthand. This print from State Art Museum Yekaterinburg serves as a reminder of a bygone era when workers were celebrated for their contributions to building a new socialist society. It stands as a testament to the resilience and fortitude of those who labored tirelessly for progress and prosperity.

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