An exhibition featuring reproductions of art works by Grigory
Gagarin has opened its door in the Russian House in Baku as part of
the Conversations on Culture and Art Project, Rustan Huseynov told
Azernews.
The event, dedicated to the artist’s birthday, highlighted his
contributions to the fine arts and cultural heritage of the
Caucasus region.
During the exhibition, researcher Rustan Huseynov delivered a
lecture drawing attention to Gagarin’s drawings, biography, and the
significance of his works.
Rustam Huseynov discussed Gagarin’s sketches of national
costumes, paintings depicting lost architectural interiors, and
historical events involving Prince Gagarin, a diplomat, officer,
and skilled artist, spent over a decade in the North and South
Caucasus, including several years in Azerbaijan, capturing the
architecture, nature, and daily life of the mid-19th century.
Grigory Gagarin’s series of works portraying “Types of
Highlanders” authentically depicted the characters, their attire,
and their lifestyle.
Beyond their artistic value, Gagarin’s art works hold importance
for historians, restorers, and anthropologists.
His detailed sketches of national costumes serve as valuable
resources for research and historical clothing reconstructors.
The participants of the event were captivated by Gagarin’s
depictions of Azerbaijani traditional attire.
Gagarin’s works provide a rich source of information about the
everyday life and culture of that era, showcasing the colours,
fabrics, and structures of the costumes.
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Laman Ismayilova is AzerNews’ staff journalist, follow her on
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