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Ivan Aivazovsky
Greatness of Armenian Art
Ever since the wars that tore it apart years ago, Armenia has been a small country. Throughout history, many people have set their sights on conquering this rich territory and enslaving the exuberant population therein. That said, Armenia continues to be a land with a
unique history, a fairytale-like epos and a strikingly distinctive culture.
Stones and ceramics have been preserved in the incomparable specimens of Armenian paintings and sculptures. The walls of Etchmiadzin, the Ereruyk Basilica, the Tatar Monastery and of other temples carefully preserve exquisite ornaments, reliefs and bass-reliefs which, to this day, reflect the imagination of humankind. Armenian paintings are rich in ornaments that depict animals, plants, the history of Christianity and everyday life scenes.
The emotion and strength of the imagination of artists have transformed ordinary stone walls into story-telling works of art.
After a time, icons began to appear in Armenian creations. Miniatures that depict religious imagery in the illustrations of books stand out, even now, in terms of their vividness and picturesque imagery.
The creativity of the Armenian nation is not limited to religious subjects. Since the emergence of mounted paintings, pictures with a Soviet content began to be more common. In the 19 th century, Armenia gave the world the gift in the form of the great artist-marinist Ivan (Ovanes) Aivazovski. His maritime themes which depict the beautiful Caucasian landscapes and everyday life scenes (displayed in more than 6000 canvases) are filled with the radiance of the lavish sun and spill out from his brushes.
Another example of creativity can be seen in the famous Armenian rugs. The roots of this element of Armenian creativity predate Christianity. It is no secret that the rugs in Armenia have a special status which is near to esoteric. Even the ornaments depict symbols of God, glory, protection, sacrifice and success. The cross and crucifixion symbols show off multifaceted swastikas and stars with many points depicting delightful images of the World and of God.
God and the World are everlasting images that stand alongside humanity. These symbols have been used especially in the contemporary abstract creations of Armenian painters, such as Arship Gorki, Gagik Manukiyan, Minas Avetisiyan and others. Through lines and colours, abstractionists express their perspectives on the whole concept of creation. The complex world of humankind and creation manifests itself in the smooth juxtaposition of shades and tones in vivid colours; as if the rugs of the ancient masters (or contemporary abstract paintings) are saturated with sacred concepts.
Similarly, in the ancient frescoes and miniatures, contemporary paintings of Armenia have remained, over the centuries, as depictions of a fine artistic emotions and the unification with nature.
About the Author
Manager of the projects on education and abstract art Armenian Abstract Art and tourism.
Which part of Armenia did the Ayvazian people come from?
My grandfather's surname was Aivazovsky. It is believed that my family is related to the painter Ivan Ivazovsky. My grandfather was from Armavir, Russia. It's said that the people of that town come from Armavir, Armenia and named the Russian town after their original hometown in Armenia. Another theory is that the Ayvazian people came from Gyumri. Are any of these or all of them correct theories? Are there any other explanations? How can I trace my Armenian geneology? Any positive answers will be greatly appreciated.
Armavir
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This article is about the city of Armavir in Russia; see also Armavir, Armenia.
Armavir (Russian: Армави́р) is city in Krasnodar Krai, Russia. It is located on the left bank of the Kuban River, at 45°0′N 41°06′E. Population: 193,964 (2002 Census); 144,000 (1969). Armavir used to be the second biggest industrial center of Krasnodar Krai after Krasnodar.
The settlement was founded in 1839 by Armenian peoples as Armyanskiy aul. It was renamed in 1848 in honour of ancient capital of Armenia with the same name and received the town status in 1914. During the Russian Civil War of 1918–1920, a number of brutal combats took place near the city. The Taman army's military campaign ended in Armavir in 1918. The Soviet authority was established in Armavir in March of 1920. During the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945, the city was occupied by the German army. It was liberated in January of 1943.
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