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Portrait of Decembrist Ivan Horbachevsky (1800-1869), 1837. Artist: Bestuzhev, Nikolai Alexandrovich (1791-1855)
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Portrait of Decembrist Ivan Horbachevsky (1800-1869), 1837. Artist: Bestuzhev, Nikolai Alexandrovich (1791-1855)
Portrait of Decembrist Ivan Horbachevsky (1800-1869), 1837. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow
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Bestuzhev Decemberist Decemberists Decembrist Decembrist Revolt Decembrist Societies Decembrist Uprising Deportation Exil Nikolai Alexandrovich 1791 1855 Rebellions Revolt Revolutionary Movement Uprising Colour Lithograph
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This print showcases the profound portrait of Decembrist Ivan Horbachevsky, painted by Nikolai Alexandrovich Bestuzhev in 1837. The artwork, housed in the esteemed Russian State Library in Moscow, captures the essence of rebellion and romanticism that defined this tumultuous period in Russian history. Ivan Horbachevsky was a key figure during the Decembrist Revolt, an uprising against Tsar Nicholas I's autocratic rule in December 1825. This color lithograph beautifully portrays his resolute spirit and unwavering determination to challenge the status quo. The graphic arts employed by Bestuzhev skillfully convey both the strength and vulnerability of Horbachevsky's character. His piercing gaze reflects his revolutionary ideals while also hinting at the hardships he endured as a result of his involvement in this movement for change. The Decembrists faced severe consequences for their actions, including deportation to remote regions of Siberia. Yet they remained steadfastly committed to their cause, forming secret societies and continuing their revolutionary activities even from exile. Through this fine art image, we are transported back to a time when idealism clashed with oppressive regimes. It serves as a poignant reminder of those who dared to challenge authority and fight for freedom during one of Russia's most transformative periods - an enduring testament to human resilience and the power of collective action.
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