THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV
This study is the first to present an analysis of previously unexplored works that serve as an artistic response to the tragic events in the history of the Chechen people in 1944. Using the works of the graphic cycle by artist R. Yakhihhanov as an example, the study reveals the peculiarities of inte...
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| description | This study is the first to present an analysis of previously unexplored works that serve as an artistic response to the tragic events in the history of the Chechen people in 1944. Using the works of the graphic cycle by artist R. Yakhihhanov as an example, the study reveals the peculiarities of interpreting ideas and plots to unfold the theme of deportation. Drawing on the life experiences of senior family members and relatives who suffered political repression, the artist conveys personal tragedies and losses to the viewer.
The aim of the research is to identify as well as philosophically and culturally analyze the artistic representation of the theme of the deportation of the Chechen people in the graphic cycle Crossroads of Memory, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the deportation of the Chechen and Ingush peoples. Objectives: to uncover the ideological and moral aspects of the author’s graphic works, as well as to show the way the artist transforms his experiences into dynamic and memorable visual images; examine and analyze the ways in which the theme of deportation is embodied in the author’s works.
Materials and methods. The work is primarily based on graphic works created between 2013-2018, as well as information from the catalogue of exhibitions by the Chechen artist. The fundamental research method is a comprehensive approach, incorporating methods of concrete-historical and semiotic analysis, figurative-stylistic analysis, as well as methods of extraction and explication.
Results. In the images of the cycle Crossroads of Memory by R. Yakhikhanov, one can see a combination of artistic and documentary elements, modern graphic techniques, and traditional symbolic systems within the context of archetypes of traditional Chechen culture. The graphic canvases vividly and convincingly recreate the sense of pain felt by an entire nation due to the loss of their homeland. The main idea of the cycle is the belief in the courage, resilience, and sense of justice of the people who managed to endure these terrible years and return to their homeland with honour.
Practical implications. The research findings can be applied in lectures and seminars on museum studies and cultural studies, in conducting tours in art galleries, and in compiling a catalogue of R. Yakhikhanov’s works. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-f130bf63397d4acba6cddb39d04d02732025-02-03T10:03:06ZengScience and Innovation Center Publishing HouseRussian Studies in Culture and Society2576-97822023-12-0174758910.12731/2576-9782-2023-4-75-89211THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOVZarema R. Khamzatova0Chechen State University named after A.A. Kadyrov; Chechen State Pedagogical UniversityThis study is the first to present an analysis of previously unexplored works that serve as an artistic response to the tragic events in the history of the Chechen people in 1944. Using the works of the graphic cycle by artist R. Yakhihhanov as an example, the study reveals the peculiarities of interpreting ideas and plots to unfold the theme of deportation. Drawing on the life experiences of senior family members and relatives who suffered political repression, the artist conveys personal tragedies and losses to the viewer. The aim of the research is to identify as well as philosophically and culturally analyze the artistic representation of the theme of the deportation of the Chechen people in the graphic cycle Crossroads of Memory, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the deportation of the Chechen and Ingush peoples. Objectives: to uncover the ideological and moral aspects of the author’s graphic works, as well as to show the way the artist transforms his experiences into dynamic and memorable visual images; examine and analyze the ways in which the theme of deportation is embodied in the author’s works. Materials and methods. The work is primarily based on graphic works created between 2013-2018, as well as information from the catalogue of exhibitions by the Chechen artist. The fundamental research method is a comprehensive approach, incorporating methods of concrete-historical and semiotic analysis, figurative-stylistic analysis, as well as methods of extraction and explication. Results. In the images of the cycle Crossroads of Memory by R. Yakhikhanov, one can see a combination of artistic and documentary elements, modern graphic techniques, and traditional symbolic systems within the context of archetypes of traditional Chechen culture. The graphic canvases vividly and convincingly recreate the sense of pain felt by an entire nation due to the loss of their homeland. The main idea of the cycle is the belief in the courage, resilience, and sense of justice of the people who managed to endure these terrible years and return to their homeland with honour. Practical implications. The research findings can be applied in lectures and seminars on museum studies and cultural studies, in conducting tours in art galleries, and in compiling a catalogue of R. Yakhikhanov’s works.http://csjournal.ru/jour/index.php/rscs/article/view/211graphic cyclechechen artrustam yakhikhanovethno-cultural reflectionchechen peoplerepressiondeportation of 1944 |
| spellingShingle | Zarema R. Khamzatova THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV Russian Studies in Culture and Society graphic cycle chechen art rustam yakhikhanov ethno-cultural reflection chechen people repression deportation of 1944 |
| title | THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV |
| title_full | THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV |
| title_fullStr | THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV |
| title_full_unstemmed | THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV |
| title_short | THE THEME OF THE DEPORTATION OF THE CHECHEN PEOPLE IN THE GRAPHIC CYCLE CROSSROADS OF MEMORY (1944-2019) BY RUSTAM YAKHIKHANOV |
| title_sort | theme of the deportation of the chechen people in the graphic cycle crossroads of memory 1944 2019 by rustam yakhikhanov |
| topic | graphic cycle chechen art rustam yakhikhanov ethno-cultural reflection chechen people repression deportation of 1944 |
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