Rafailovich mansion, Heritage mansion on Frunze Street, Taganrog, Russia.
The Rafailovich mansion sits on Frunze Street in Taganrog and features a high basement foundation supporting an ornamental exterior. Decorative amphorae crown the gate openings, while statues of women and mythological figures adorn the outer walls.
The building was constructed in the 1860s for a merchant and later became home to French military officers during the 1919 operations in the region. Afterward it served the early Soviet government and media organizations.
The ornamental facade combines design elements from different periods, creating a layered visual impression when you walk past it. These details reflect the interests and tastes of those who shaped the building.
The elevated foundation and rooftop details create a visual impression of greater presence than a single-story building would normally have. Walking around the perimeter gives you views from different angles.
During the early 1920s the building housed both Soviet military units and the printing office for a Red Army publication. This dual purpose is often overlooked when discussing the mansion's history.
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