A detailed close-up of a weathered gas mask, reminiscent of those worn by Chernobyl liquidators, dominates the frame. Its rounded lenses are scratched and fogged, framed by thick, cracked rubber seals and robust, aging straps. Layered in layers of ash and grit from the reactor’s fallout, the mask tells a story of resilience and past turmoil. Subtle hints of rust peep through, adding to its authenticity and hinting at the passage of time.