Alexey Orlov Collection

Portrait of Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov (1737-1808), ca 1770. Found in the Collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Prince Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards) - Hau (Gau)
FIA5393668 Portrait of Prince Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards) - Hau (Gau)

The Congress of Paris, 1856 (litho)
5208468 The Congress of Paris, 1856 (litho) by Dubufe, Edouard Louis (1820-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Congress of Paris, 1856)

Catherine II laying the trophies of the Battle of Chesma on the tomb of Peter the Great, 1791. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The naval Battle of Chesma. The naval Battle of Lemnos. 1770, 1771. Private Collection

Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse, 1770. Private Collection

Russian and Turkish fleet before the Battle of Chesma on July 5, 1770. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Congress of Paris in 1856. Artist: Dubufe, Edouard Louis (1819-1883)
The Congress of Paris in 1856. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Portrait of Count Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862). Artist: Kruger, Franz (1797-1857)
Portrait of Count Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862). From a private collection

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma, 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma, 18th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma on a horse drawn sledge, 1778. Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma on a horse drawn sledge, 1778. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Prince Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov (1787-1862) (From the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards), 1846-1849

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

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Alexey Orlov, also known as Prince Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov, was a prominent figure in Russian history. Born in 1787 and passing away in 1862, he left behind a legacy that is captured beautifully in various artworks. One such artwork is the portrait of Prince Alexey Fyodorovich Orlov from the Album of the Imperial Horse Guards. Painted by Vladimir Ivanovich Hau between 1846-1849, this watercolor on paper showcases his regal presence and noble demeanor. Orlov's influence extended beyond portraiture; he played a significant role in historical events like the Congress of Paris in 1856. Depicted in lithographs from that time, we see him participating actively alongside other diplomats to negotiate peace agreements. However, it was his involvement in naval battles that truly solidified his place in history. The Battle of Chesma against the Turkish fleet became one of his most celebrated victories. Medals were even created to commemorate this triumph and its reverse side depicts scenes from these fierce encounters at sea. In another captivating artwork titled "Catherine II laying trophies of the Battle of Chesma on Peter the Great's tomb, " we witness Orlov paying homage to Russia's great leaders while honoring their military achievements. Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov's life wasn't solely defined by warfare; he had an appreciation for equestrian pursuits too. An anonymous artist skillfully captures him riding a horse-drawn sledge with grace and elegance during winter times. The artistic depictions throughout history showcase Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov as both a statesman and military strategist who made significant contributions to Russia's past. His legacy lives on through these masterful works that immortalize his accomplishments for generations to come.