Monument to Mikhail Sholokhov in Moscow, Bronze monument on Gogolevsky Boulevard, Moscow, Russia.
Description
The monument to Soviet author Mikhail Sholokhov stands on Gogolevsky Boulevard, featuring a bronze figure of the writer positioned alongside a horse on a granite pedestal. The composition brings together human and animal elements in a standing rather than mounted arrangement.
History
The memorial was erected to honor Nobel Prize winner Mikhail Sholokhov, a writer who documented Soviet life through his works in the 20th century. Its establishment marks recognition of his significant contributions to literary history.
Culture
The monument displays Sholokhov alongside a horse, imagery rooted in his literary depictions of Don Cossack life. This connection to steppe culture becomes apparent as you observe the bronze composition, transforming it beyond a simple authorial tribute.
Practical
The monument sits in a busy central area of Moscow with numerous cafes and shops nearby, making it easy to reach on foot. Visitors can explore the site without special arrangements or restrictions.
Did you know?
Unlike classical equestrian monuments, this sculpture depicts the writer standing upright next to the horse rather than mounted upon it. This unusual arrangement emphasizes the symbolic partnership between human and animal central to Sholokhov's literary work.
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