statue of Vladimir the Great in Smolensk, Russia

statue of Vladimir the Great in Smolensk, Russia. The statue stands on a tall, dark-red marble pedestal, which is inscribed with Cyrillic script. Vladimir is depicted in flowing robes, wearing a crown and holding a cross, with his right hand raised. The sky is overcast with heavy, gray clouds. In the background, there is a mix of trees in early spring foliage and buildings. To the left of the statue, there are modern-looking buildings with cars parked in front. To the right, a grassy area slopes upwards and is lined with bare bushes and a few buildings in the distance. A set of stairs leads up to the statue's pedestal.