In 1909 Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky set about the project of a lifetime – to capture, in full color, the sites of his country, Russia. Here, find out more about this amazing collection.
From Hero or Villain. More Prisoners of Eternity.
From Visionaries and Revolutionaries: More Prisoners of Eternity.
In 1909 a remarkable project was initiated by Russian photographer Sergey Mikhaylovich Prokudin-Gorsky. His mission was to record – in full and vibrant color – the vast and diverse Russian Empire. Here, with his story, is a selection of his amazing century old full color pictures.
Some memoirs and thoughts regarding a few Soviet-era Space Exploration Postage Stamps in my collection.
The styles of the Russian movements of Suprematism and Constructivism will be examined here. The similarities and differences of the movements as seen in significant works of Malevich and Rodchenko will be compared and contrasted. Influences on the artists, the meanings behind their work and the connections between the movements will be discussed.
The first half of the 20th century was dominated by authoritarian regimes like Fascism and Communism. Architecture and design came under the power of these regimes.
Discussing Scriabin’s musical styles and its influences, and pointing out why he was considered as a modernist, and not a late romantic figure.
