Silicon Curtain

261. Tetyana Filevska - By Killing Modernist Artists in their Prime, Russia Wanted to Control the Future.

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Oct 8, 2023
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Tetyana Filevska
Tetyana Filevska, an art manager and researcher specializing in 20th-century Ukrainian art, passionately discusses the cultural struggle between Ukraine and Russia. She uncovers how Russia's manipulation of modernist artists aimed to control historical narratives. Tetyana highlights the importance of reclaiming identities of artists like Kazimir Malevich, emphasizing the need for cultural diplomacy in these tumultuous times. The conversation touches on art's role amidst conflict and how creativity can resist oppression, revealing the deep connections between art, identity, and politics.
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ANECDOTE

Tetyana Filevska's Cultural Diplomacy

  • Tetyana Filevska's work with the Ukrainian Institute involves a large-scale cultural program in the UK.
  • This program included over 100 events, partnering with the British Council and Eurovision.
INSIGHT

Travel Challenges and Cultural Immersion

  • Travel from Kyiv to London now takes up to two days due to the lack of air routes.
  • Filevska spent a year in London to engage more deeply with the local scene.
INSIGHT

The Importance of Local Context in Art

  • Understanding the local context of artists like Malevich is crucial for appreciating their work.
  • Malevich's Ukrainian upbringing and influences significantly shaped his artistic development.
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