More info: jahzdesign.com | Instagram | Facebook Statues of Soviet leaders, once proudly erected in public squares and symbols of the power of the Soviet Union, are now relegated to oblivion. These monuments, to the glory of emblematic figures like Lenin and Stalin, are often found in unexpected places. My lens captured images of these abandoned statues, some stored in dusty dumps, others half-buried in forests or left abandoned in backyards. These scenes reveal the transition from symbols of propaganda to objects of nostalgia and historical reflection. Soviet mosaics, once omnipresent in public buildings, are also valuable witnesses to the propagandist art of the time. These grandiose works of art, intended to exalt communist ideals and glorify the workers and heroes of the Soviet Union, are often in decay. The colors are faded, the ceramic pieces missing, but they nevertheless retain a poignant beauty. Through my lens, I sought to capture this duality between past greatness and present decay, providing a look at how time erodes even the most powerful symbols. My work aims to document and preserve these fragments of history, offering a reflection on the USSR and its legacy. Each photograph in this series is a window into the past, allowing us to contemplate history from a new perspective. These Soviet relics, although abandoned, continue to tell stories and provoke reflections on the transient nature of human ideals and monuments. Through this series, I hope to not only capture the beauty and melancholy of Soviet relics, but also invite deeper reflection on how we interpret and preserve our own history. The statues and mosaics I photographed are silent witnesses to the aspirations and changes of the Soviet era. By rediscovering them and sharing them with you, I hope to revive interest in this complex historical period and its remains. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
