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The Vladimirka Road, 1892 (oil on canvas)
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The Vladimirka Road, 1892 (oil on canvas)
BAL408323 The Vladimirka Road, 1892 (oil on canvas) by Levitan, Isaak Ilyich (1860-1900); 79x123 cm; State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow; (add.info.: the Vladimir Highway was a road leading east from Moscow to Vladimir and Nizhny Novgorod; Its length was about 190 kilometers; The Vladimir Highway was renovated in the mid 18th-century when it became the westernmost section of the Great Siberian Road linking Siberia to Europe; the Vladimirka witnessed crowds of prisoners in shackles marching from Moscow to the katorga; ); Russian, out of copyright
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Bleak Deserted Desolate Exile Flat Remote Track
The Vladimirka Road, 1892
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is a captivating oil on canvas masterpiece by renowned Russian artist Levitan, Isaak Ilyich. This evocative painting measures 79x123 cm and can be found in the prestigious State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow. The artwork depicts the desolate and bleak landscape of the Vladimir Highway, a road that stretches east from Moscow to Vladimir and Nizhny Novgorod. The path appears deserted, with no signs of life or civilization in sight. Levitan skillfully captures the remote and rural essence of this countryside setting. Historically significant, the Vladimir Highway served as a crucial link between Siberia and Europe during its renovation in the mid-18th century. However, it also witnessed somber scenes as crowds of prisoners in shackles were forced to march from Moscow to katorga (forced labor camps). This dark history adds an additional layer of depth to Levitan's portrayal. With his masterful brushstrokes, Levitan brings forth a sense of isolation and solitude that permeates throughout the painting. The flatness of the terrain further enhances this feeling while emphasizing the vastness of Russia's landscapes. "The Vladimirka Road" is not just a landscape; it is an emotional journey through time and space. It transports viewers into a world where nature dominates over humanity—a poignant reminder of both Russia's rich history and its untamed wilderness.
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