Boit Collection

Wilson Boit Kipketers Prays World Athletics Seville 1999 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Wilson Boit Kipketer 3000 Metres Steeple Chase 09 September 1999 Date: 09 September 1999

Twelfth Night in France 1852
Twelfth Night tradition, a bean and pea are hidden inside the Twelfth-night cake, the man who finds the bean in his slice of cake becomes King for the night

Portrait of Empress Catherine I. (1684-1727), 1717. Creator: Boit, Charles (1662-1727)
Portrait of Empress Catherine I. (1684-1727), 1717. Found in the Collection of Royal Collection, London

Portrait of Emperor Peter I the Great (1672-1725), 1717. Creator: Boit, Charles (1662-1727)
Portrait of Emperor Peter I the Great (1672-1725), 1717. Found in the Collection of Royal Collection, London

Anna, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Anna, (1933). Portrait of Queen Anne (1665-1714) who became Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland on 8 March 1702. On 1 May 1707, when England and Scotland combined into a single kingdom

Katharina I, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Katharina I, (1933). Portrait of Empress Catherine I of Russia (1684-1727), second wife of Peter the Great. After a miniature by Charles Boit, after a painting by Nattier

Queen Anne and Prince George of Denmark, late 17th or early 18th century (1906). From an original enamel by Charles Boit, in the royal collection at Windsor Castle

Group of royal portraits, late 17th - early 18th century (1906). Queen Anne (enamel by C Boit, 1713), William III (portion of miniature), Mary II (enamel by CF Zincke), George I (by Bernard Lens)

Anne, Queen of Great Britain, 1702-1714 (1906). Facsimile in the colours of the original enamel of Queen Anne and Prince George of Denmark by Charles Boit, in the Royal Collection at Windsor Castle

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"Boit: A Journey Through Time and Portraits" Step into the world of Boit, where history and art intertwine to tell captivating stories. From Wilson Boit Kipketer's fervent prayers on the track to the regal portraits by Charles Boit, this collection takes us on a mesmerizing journey. Let's start with Wilson Boit Kipketer, an athlete whose determination and faith shone through his every stride. As he knelt down before races, his heartfelt prayers echoed in stadiums around the world. Now let's delve into Charles Boit's masterpieces. In "Twelfth Night in France 1852, " we witness a lively celebration filled with joyous revelers donning vibrant masks. The painting transports us to a time of merriment and enchantment. Moving forward in time, we encounter two striking portraits from 1717 - Empress Catherine I and Emperor Peter I the Great. Charles Boit skillfully captures their power and presence, immortalizing these influential figures for generations to come. As our journey continues, we stumble upon "Anna" and "Katharina I, " mysterious works by unknown creators from 1933. These enigmatic pieces leave us pondering their hidden narratives, inviting us to unravel their secrets. Next up are Queen Anne and Prince George of Denmark in a charming late 17th or early 18th-century portrait from 1906. Their love is palpable as they gaze at each other affectionately—a snapshot frozen in time that speaks volumes about their bond. In another grand composition from the same era, we find ourselves surrounded by a group of royal portraits exuding opulence and prestige. Each face tells its own story—tales of power struggles, alliances forged, or destinies shaped within palatial walls. Lastly but certainly not least is Queen Anne herself—an influential ruler who reigned over Great Britain and Ireland during a transformative period.