Rare Soviet-era mosaics to be preserved in Tashkent

In Tashkent, efforts are underway to preserve unique Soviet-era mosaics.

In the Yunusabad district of the capital of Uzbekistan, the process of carefully dismantling and relocating rare mosaic panels decorating the façade of a former tuberculosis dispensary has begun. These mosaics, located at 6, 3rd Drive, Niyozbek Yuli Street, are being considered by the Agency for Cultural Heritage as potential candidates for inclusion in the National List of Immovable Tangible Cultural Heritage Sites.

The building housing the mosaics was erected in 1972. Due to the impending demolition of the building, a decision was made to relocate the mosaics to a new location. This will ensure their preservation and preserve their historical and artistic value.

According to the Agency for Cultural Heritage, these mosaics are rare examples of monumental art from the second half of the 20th century. Their artistic significance stems from the unique compositional solutions, harmonious color combinations, and profound thematic images.

The mosaics artistically embody ideas about humanity, nature, labor, creativity, science, and the world. Multicolored smalt and other mosaic elements were used to create them.

The relocation of these compositions is intended to preserve them as valuable examples of monumental art from their era and ensure their transmission to future generations.