Tag Archives: Russia

Kazimir Malevich: Reflections on Tragic Loss

"Simultaneous Death in an Airplane and at the Railway" by Kazimir Malevich offers an empathetic vision regarding tragedy
Posted on November 30, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Kazimir Severinovich Malevich (1879-1935) was a geometric “Suprematist” abstract artist whose work helped spearhead the avant-garde movement in Russia and Eastern Europe in the early 20th century. His illustration “Death of the Man on the Airplane and on the Train … Continue reading →

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Pancakes for the Departed: A Russian Death Tradition

We go to table to uncover the symbolism behind the traditional Russian funeral meal of pancakes or "blini"
Posted on August 7, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The ringing of Orthodox Church bells, black bread and vodka galore – they’re the archetypal images of a Russian funeral. But there’s one element of the traditional ceremony that might surprise Americans: the Russian funeral pancake, otherwise known as “blini.” … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam of 9/11: New Jersey’s Teardrop Sculpture

The controversial 9/11 memorial by Russian artist Zurab Tsereteli
Posted on May 4, 2014 by MaryFrances Knapp (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In 2006, Bayonne, New Jersey was gifted a monument in memoriam of 9/11 by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Known as “The Teardrop Monument,” or the “Tear Of Grief,” the towering sculpture was gifted to the US after it’s completion by … Continue reading →

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