The ongoing cultural conflict over Ivan Aivazovsky's works illustrates the deep tensions between Russia and Ukraine, as both nations claim his legacy amid historical disputes.
In a move that highlights the complexities of cultural appropriation, Russia has asserted ownership over Aivazovsky's heritage, even as Ukrainian authorities seek to reclaim it.
The Feodosia museum renovation, coinciding with Crimea's annexation anniversary, underlines the Kremlin's strategic use of art to bolster national identity and justify territorial claims.
Ukrainian historians argue that Aivazovsky's Armenian heritage complicates his identity as a 'national symbol' for Russia, reflecting deep layers of cultural and national conflict.
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