Yury Pimenov's Art

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In what year was the artwork 'New Moscow' created?

1935

1942

1940

1937 (correct)

From what perspective is the city of Moscow viewed in 'New Moscow'?

From the top of a skyscraper

From the back seat of a convertible (correct)

From a bird's eye view

From a pedestrian's point of view

What is the symbolism behind the young woman driving the convertible in 'New Moscow'?

She represents the industrialization of Moscow

She represents the renewal of society (correct)

She represents the Russian countryside

She represents the old Soviet Union

What is the common theme present in 'New Moscow' and 'Stewardess'?

The modern city and modern woman Signup and view all the answers

In what year was the artwork 'Stewardess' created?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of 'New Moscow'?

Dark and gloomy atmosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which artist created the artwork 'New Moscow'?

Yury Pimenov Signup and view all the answers

What is the dominant color tone of the city in 'New Moscow'?

Golden Signup and view all the answers

From whose perspective is the city viewed in 'New Moscow'?

From the back seat Signup and view all the answers

What is the subject of Pimenov's artwork 'Stewardess'?

A stewardess Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the artwork exhibited next to 'New Moscow'?

On the Tram Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Yuriy Pimenov pass away?

1977 Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the woman's dress in 'New Moscow'?

It symbolizes the freedom of the modern woman Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying theme of Pimenov's artwork 'New Moscow' and 'Stewardess'?

The modernity of the city and the society Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of the golden haze in 'New Moscow'?

It creates a sense of optimism and hope Signup and view all the answers

What is the context in which 'New Moscow' was created?

During the 'Great Terror' and Stalin's reconstruction of Moscow Signup and view all the answers

What is the style of the artwork 'New Moscow'?

Poetic and luminous Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between the woman driving the convertible and the city of Moscow?

The woman is a symbol of the city's modernity Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Yuriy Pimenov's Artworks

Yuriy Pimenov was a Russian artist born in 1903 and died in 1977.
His famous artwork "New Moscow" (1937) is an oil on canvas piece, currently located at The State Tretyakov Gallery.

"New Moscow" (1937)

Created in 1937, during Stalin's "Great Terror" and the reconstruction of Moscow.
The artwork depicts a luminous and poetic image of the capital city veiled in a golden haze.
The scene is viewed from an unusual perspective, as if sitting in the back seat of a convertible.
A young woman in a beautiful floaty dress drives the car, symbolizing the parallel between her and the newly reconstructed capital.
The artwork represents the renewal of the city as a logical follow-up to the renewal of the society.

Other Artworks

Pimenov's late artworks continued to explore the themes of a modern city and a modern woman.
His artwork "Stewardess" (1973) develops the plot of "New Moscow" further.

Yuriy Pimenov's Artworks

Yuriy Pimenov was a Russian artist born in 1903 and died in 1977.
His famous artwork "New Moscow" (1937) is an oil on canvas piece, currently located at The State Tretyakov Gallery.

"New Moscow" (1937)

Created in 1937, during Stalin's "Great Terror" and the reconstruction of Moscow.
The artwork depicts a luminous and poetic image of the capital city veiled in a golden haze.
The scene is viewed from an unusual perspective, as if sitting in the back seat of a convertible.
A young woman in a beautiful floaty dress drives the car, symbolizing the parallel between her and the newly reconstructed capital.
The artwork represents the renewal of the city as a logical follow-up to the renewal of the society.

Other Artworks

Pimenov's late artworks continued to explore the themes of a modern city and a modern woman.
His artwork "Stewardess" (1973) develops the plot of "New Moscow" further.

Yuriy Pimenov's Artworks

Yuriy Pimenov was a Russian artist born in 1903 and died in 1977.
His famous artwork "New Moscow" (1937) is an oil on canvas piece, currently located at The State Tretyakov Gallery.

"New Moscow" (1937)

Created in 1937, during Stalin's "Great Terror" and the reconstruction of Moscow.
The artwork depicts a luminous and poetic image of the capital city veiled in a golden haze.
The scene is viewed from an unusual perspective, as if sitting in the back seat of a convertible.
A young woman in a beautiful floaty dress drives the car, symbolizing the parallel between her and the newly reconstructed capital.
The artwork represents the renewal of the city as a logical follow-up to the renewal of the society.

Other Artworks

Pimenov's late artworks continued to explore the themes of a modern city and a modern woman.
His artwork "Stewardess" (1973) develops the plot of "New Moscow" further.

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Discover the art of Yury Pimenov, a Russian artist, through his iconic works like 'New Moscow' (1937), showcasing Moscow during Stalin's reign.