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Moscow and St. Petersburg in Russia's Silver Age

Moscow and St. Petersburg in Russia's Silver Age

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The book "Moscow and St. Petersburg in Russia's Silver Age" explores the visual and material culture of these cities at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, highlighting the social and political developments of the time and the contributions of various artists, writers, and composers. It features a wealth of artistic images and vintage documentary photographs, appealing to both specialists and general students of Russian history and culture.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 396 pages
Publication date: 23 January 2020
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd


The turn of the 19th and 20th centuries saw a remarkable transformation in the visual and material culture of St Petersburg and Moscow, marking a vibrant era known as the Silver Age. This period was characterized by a sudden resurgence that left an indelible mark on the realms of art, literature, and performance. It was a time of unparalleled brilliance, akin to the illustrious Golden Age of Russian literature many decades earlier.

Advancing in a chronological order, Moscow and St Petersburg in Russias Silver Age delves into the essential social and political developments of this turbulent era. It explores how painting, poetry, music, and dance both reflected and influenced the prevailing sentiments of the time. A diverse array of artists, writers, composers, actors, singers, dancers, and designers are presented in context, showcasing the immense talent and creativity that flourished during this period.

Among the notable figures featured in the book are Tolstoy, Pasternak, Gorky, Akhmatova, Rimsky-Korsakov, Rachmaninov, Nijinsky, Scriabin, Karsavina, Meyerhold, Chaliapin, Stanislavsky, Diaghilev, Roerich, Repin, Serov, Somov, Vrubel, Bakst, Kandinsky, Malevich, Mayakovsky, and countless others. The book boasts a rich collection of artistic images and vintage documentary photographs, many of which have never been published before. With a clear narrative and comprehensive bibliography, this volume appeals to both specialists and general students of Russian history and culture, providing a comprehensive exploration of the Silver Age's artistic and cultural achievements.

Weight: 1146g
Dimension: 236 x 131 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500295649

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