Aseev House, Manor house museum in Tambov, Russia
The Aseev House is a manor house in Tambov featuring ornately decorated facades with intricately carved stonework, painted wall surfaces, and original wall panels. The building spans two main floors with multiple halls and rooms inside.
The building was constructed in 1904 according to designs by architect Lev Kekushev for industrialist Mikhail Aseev as a private residence. Following the October Revolution of 1917, it changed hands and was transformed into a museum.
The mansion displays elegant rooms with classical furnishings and carefully crafted details that reflect how a wealthy family lived in the early 20th century. Visitors can observe the daily life and tastes of the people who once occupied these spaces.
The museum is located on Naberezhnaya Street and is open to visitors with seasonal variations in hours. Plan to spend adequate time viewing the rooms and it is helpful to check current opening times before visiting.
The complex features a multi-tiered fountain with dynamic lighting in the gardens, designed by specialists from the Peterhof Museum Reserve. This water feature connects the property to the garden traditions of imperial Russia.
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