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STRUGGLE FOR IDENTITY IN SOVIET AZERBAIJAN

Author: Adila Aghayeva

The early years of the Soviet rule were characterized by ruthless repression. Naturally, in Azerbaijan, not only individuals but also examples of art and creativity were subjected to repression due to their national and spiritual essence. The policy...

THREADS OF WOMEN EMPOWERMENT: ROMA EXHIBITION

Author: Ekaterina Panova

For centuries, our society has adopted a patriarchal regime. While men got education, developed their careers and generally had more freedoms, women's lives and destiny completely depended on men. Over the years, women's positions have started to...

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...