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EXHIBITION ‘‘BARVALO’‘. FROM STEREOTYPES TO REALITY

Autorica: Ekaterina Panova

The Barvalo exhibition was the first large-scale event to bring together contributions from several Romani artists and curators who presented their culture on their own terms. Some members of the Romani community were initially skeptical of the idea...

MUSIC AND MYSTERY: COROT’S CAPTIVATING ‘GYPSY WOMAN WITH MANDOLIN

Autorica: Ekaterina Panova

In the 18th and 19th centuries, Roma people aroused great interest in European society. Their nomadic lifestyle, exotic culture and mystery have been a source of inspiration for many artists, writers and musicians. Roma were often portrayed as...

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A GLIMPSE INTO ROMA LIFE BY VINCENT VAN GOGH

Autorica: Ekaterina Panova

In the 18th and 19th centuries, the depiction of Roma in paintings was a popular theme among artists. Roma, a nomadic people, were associated with romance, exoticism and freedom. These images were often used in art to convey the spirit of free life...

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THE SUPPLIANTS: EXPLORING ROMA HISTORY THROUGH ART

Autorica: Ekaterina Panova

For many centuries, art has acted as a bridge between people and the message that the author was trying to convey. Edwin Longsden Long's «The Suppliants: Expulsion of the Gypsies from Spain» is a prime example of art depicting tragic historical...

ROMANI DESIGN. BRAND THAT CELEBRATES ROMA CULTURE

Author: Ekaterina Panova

Romani Design is not just a fashion brand; it is a cultural movement aimed at preserving and celebrating Roma heritage through contemporary design. Established in Hungary, Romani Design stands as a beacon of creativity, cultural pride, and social...

ROMA INFLUENCE ON RUSSIAN JARGON

Autorica: Polina Khalibekova

Prison slang has existed in Russia since at least the time of the first prisons, where convicted criminals were held, that is, since the 16th century. For a long time, it remained just the language of criminal elements. However, from the 20th...

VARDOS: THE ART AND HOME FOR ROMA

Autorica: Polina Khalibekova

The carts used by Roma varied depending on the country in which they lived. In Hungary and Romania, Roma moved in wagons with canvas roofs, while in Russia open carts were used most frequently. Roma of Poland, France and Germany travelled in wooden...

THE UNIQUE CULTURAL IDENTITY OF FINNISH ROMA

Author: Nora Fortes

The first Roma people came to Finland in the sixteenth century, both from Sweden, the Baltic countries and Russia. Back then, Finland was a part of the kingdom of Sweden, as it would be until 1809. Most of the Roma people living in Finland...

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FLAVOURS AND TRADITIONS: EXPLORING ROMA CUISINE

Autorica: Polina Khalibekova

Although Roma people trace their ancient origins to India, their traditional cuisine does not stretch that far back. Having lived in Europe for hundreds of years, their food is instead a blend of techniques and ingredients drawn from the diverse...

MYSTERY AND SYMBOLISM: MIKHAIL VRUBEL’S “THE FORTUNETELLER”

Autorica: Ekaterina Panova

Mikhail Vrubel (1856–1910) was a Russian painter born in Omsk, Siberia, known for his unique and imaginative style. He played a key role in the Symbolist movement in Russia, a movement that sought to express deep emotions, dreams, and the mystical...