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10-AUG-2005

Hammer and sickle

In the Museum of Political History, St Petersburg

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Jim Ferer 20-Nov-2006 14:41
Isn't there a huge statue of this scene somewhere?
Andrew Drazdik Jr 29-Jul-2006 01:47
I like the symbolic nature of how the artist captures the strength behind Russia from a paternal and maternal sense in this monument. It makes the U.S.S.R. national standard come alive in a relative way to human senses. I can imagine from a older citizens point of view how this further captures the duality of man in respect to East Asian philosopy as well. Being able to admire a national symbol and iconic greatness open to the public, while being able to remember everything that hard work has earned you as well.
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