In 1986, not far from the river station in Samara, the Parus fountain was opened, which became one of the most recognizable symbols of the city. The author of the fountain project was Nikolai Nikitin, the chief architect of the Kuibyshev Aviation Plant. This fountain was created from reinforced concrete and symbolized the sails of ships. It was ded
Sculpture Barge Haulers on the Volga
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The sculptural composition "Barge Haulers on the Volga" installed in Samara in 2014 commemorates the 170th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Russian artist Ilya Repin, who created the famous painting of the same name. This monument serves as a three-dimensional replica of Repin's iconic painting, which has become a symbol of Russian art.
The history behind the creation of Repin's painting "Barge Haulers on the Volga" is linked to his time spent in the village of Shiryaevo on the Volga River. Samara artist Nikolai Kuklev crafted a bronze composition in the form of an easel, matching the size of Repin's original painting. What sets this sculpture apart is its backdrop, featuring the Volga River and the natural landscape of the area.
The sculpture stands on a 1-meter pedestal, with a height of 1.5 meters and a weight of 500 kilograms. It serves not only as a remarkable artistic rendition of the famous painting but also as a unique cultural monument adorning the Volga River embankment in Samara.
Painting "Barge Haulers on the Volga" by Ilya Repin
Repin's "Barge Haulers on the Volga" is regarded as one of the masterpieces of Russian art from the 19th century. He began working on the painting in 1870 and completed it in 1873. The concept depicts a group of barge haulers laboring to transport a barge along the Volga, a scene Repin witnessed during a boat trip along the Neva River.
Repin conducted sketches and painted preliminary versions of the painting during his travels along the Volga. Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich was impressed by these works and commissioned a large version of the painting from Repin. The completed painting debuted at an exhibition in St. Petersburg, where it garnered first prize. Repin continued refining the canvas, presenting the final version at the Academic Exhibition in St. Petersburg in 1873.
"Barge Haulers on the Volga" garnered widespread acclaim from critics and audiences alike. Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich purchased the painting for his palace, solidifying its status as a symbol of Russian art. It has since gained recognition both domestically and internationally, and today, it is housed in the State Russian Museum in St. Petersburg, captivating viewers with its profound historical and artistic significance.
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