Sunday, June 18, 2017

Moscow Metro

Novokuznetskaya opened in 1943 (in spite of the war!) 
and won a state prize for its design. It has seven octagonal ceiling mosaics on the theme of wartime industry. The marble benches were rescued from the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour before it was demolished.

Taganskaya opened in 1950
It has majolica panels with floral patterns on each of the 48 curved pylons. Within each panel is also a bas relief of various WWII Red Army and Navy servicemen


Kropotkinskaya opened in 1935 after only 180 days
it has flared columns of white marble with lighting concealed in the top.


Belorusskaya opened in 1952
it has 12 octagonal mosaics on the curved ceiling and the floor is patterned to resemble a Belrussian quilt.


Novoslobodskaya opened in 1952
its most striking feature are the 32 stained glass panels in the pylons

The city I grew up in has a subway system, but its stations were mostly renowned for its bland 'subway tiles' (which I actually kind of liked for its minimalism and clean design) There were four trim colours and three - later five - colours of tile. The gentle repetition was soothing to me. I later found out that many people didn't even notice the pattern.
I cannot imaagine anyone not noticing the designs in these Moscow Metro Stations

for Maria's postcards for the weekend

10 comments:

  1. Moscow metro stations are a Must visit. The same applies to the city cemetery Novodevichy (The russians probably issued stamps and postcards on both landmarks).

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  2. ...what a work of art. Please consider linking to Tuesday's Treasures.

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  3. Wow! Such breathtaking metro stations! The people living there and using these stations are so lucky!

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  4. That is incredible, never seen any where else like that

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  5. Maybe they didn't notice because the station was packed. If not... I can't understand either!

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  6. Wow, those are really beautiful stations.

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  7. These are amazing...something I would never have even thought to look for I seen on your blog!

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  8. What fabulous artwork! I would love to see them as I went shopping or to work. I'm so glad you shared these lovely places.

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  9. Very nice artwork.Looks great.
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  10. Very beautiful designs and artwork. This place is a must visit.

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