Instant Alert: Controversial photos inside the homes of Russia's ultrarich show the country's stunning wealth inequality

MANAGE SUBSCRIPTIONS   |   UNSUBSCRIBE   |   VIEW ONLINE   Controversial photos inside the homes of Russia's ultrarich show the country's stunning wealth inequality by Sarah Jacobs on Jul 28, 2017, 4:01 PM Advertisement Russia has greater economic disparity than any other major global power. In 2016, Credit Suisse's Global Wealth Report found that the wealthiest 10% of people in Russia controlled 89% of the country's wealth.  This discrepancy is what photographer Lilia Li-Mi-Yan set out to explore in her series "Masters and Servants," an intimate view of Russia's elite photographed within their homes, alongside their hired help. "For those who can afford it, it's a common situation to hire a helper," Li-Mi-Yan told Business Insider. She said she was interested in exploring those people's stories and their relationships. SEE ALSO: We went to a glamorous poker event where billionaires, athletes, and poker pros face off Li-Mi-Yan photographed this series in Moscow. According to Li-Mi-Yan, finding the employers to photograph wasn't difficult. "These were mostly people that I was acquainted with," she said. "Most of them agreed to take part in my project with enthusiasm." Before each shoot, Li-Mi-Yan would meet with the subjects to discuss and explain the project. See the rest of the story at Business Insider   Share the latest business news with your network:    Email sent to:   |   Manage your email preferences   |   Unsubscribe Terms of Service   |   Privacy Policy Business Insider. 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011