Bartolomeo Rastrelli Collection

Latvia, Southern Latvia, Zemgale Region, Pilsrundale, Rundale Palace, b. 1740, Bartolomeo Rastrelli, architect, exterior

Russia, St Petersburg, Tsarskoe Selo, Catherine Palace (Yekaterinsky Dvorets)

Russia, St Petersburg, Hermitage Museum. Catherine the Great was so impressed by engravings of Raphaels frescoes in the Vatican that in 1787

Russia, St Petersburg, Catherine Palace, Tsarskoe Selo. The lavish imperial palace at Tsarskoe Selo was designed by Rastrelli in1752 for Tsarina Elizabeth

Russia, St. Petersburg; People standing in front of the State Hermitage Museum, designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli

Ornate interior and painted ceiling of the Baroque Style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772)

Grand Palace entrance to Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772) Duke of Courland

Ornate interior corridor of the baroque style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772) Duke of Courland

Apple trees in Palace Gardensof the Baroque Style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli Built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren (1690-1772)

Mariyinsky Palace (ceremonial residence of the President of Ukraine), Kiev, Ukraine Mariyinsky Palace (1744, architect Bartolomeo Rastrelli), ceremonial residence of the President of Ukraine, Kiev

Interior, Baroque style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, built in 18th century for Ernst Johann von Buhren, Duke of Courland, Zemgale, near Bauska, Latvia

Baroque style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils) designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, built in 18th century for Ernst Johann von Buhren, Duke of Courland, Zemgale, near Bauska, Latvia, Baltic States, Europe

Formal gardens and Baroque style Rundales Palace (Rundales Pils), designed by Bartolomeo Rastrelli, built in 18th Century for Ernst Johann von Buhren, Duke of Courland, Zemgale near Bauska, Latvia

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Bartolomeo Rastrelli, a renowned architect, left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of both Latvia and Russia. Born in Southern Latvia's Zemgale Region, Rastrelli's genius can be witnessed at the majestic Rundale Palace in Pilsrundale. This opulent Baroque masterpiece stands as a testament to his artistic vision. However, it was in St Petersburg, Russia where Rastrelli truly made his mark. The Catherine Palace in Tsarskoe Selo is one of his most famous creations. Designed for Tsarina Elizabeth in 1752, this lavish imperial palace exudes grandeur and elegance. Its beauty is further enhanced by the stunning gardens that surround it. Rastrelli's talent extended beyond palaces; he also designed impressive structures like The Grand Cascade at Peterhof Palace. This magnificent fountain complex showcases his mastery of engineering and aesthetics. In St Petersburg's Palace Square lies another iconic creation by Rastrelli - The Hermitage within the Winter Palace. This world-renowned museum houses priceless art collections from around the globe and serves as a testament to Rastrelli's ability to create spaces that inspire awe. His influence was not limited to architecture alone; Catherine the Great was so captivated by engravings of Raphael's frescoes in Vatican City that she commissioned Giacomo Quarenghi under Rastrelli’s guidance to recreate a copy known as the Vatican Gallery within her beloved Hermitage Museum. Bartolomeo Rastrelli remains an architectural legend whose works continue to mesmerize visitors with their timeless beauty and intricate details across both Latvia and Russia.