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Boris Godunov Collection

"Boris Godunov: A Tale of Power, Deception, and Tragedy" This captivating artwork collection takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of Boris Godunov

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Artist: Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935)

Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Artist: Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935)
Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, ca 1926. Creator: Dmitriyev

Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, ca 1926. Creator: Dmitriyev
Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, ca 1926. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Scene from the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, Second Half of the 19th cen

Scene from the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, Second Half of the 19th cen. Creator: Negodayev, N.S
Scene from the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, Second Half of the 19th cen. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: False Dmitry I in the Adam Wisniowiecki House, 1876. Artist: Nevrev, Nikolai Vasilyevich (1830-1904)

False Dmitry I in the Adam Wisniowiecki House, 1876. Artist: Nevrev, Nikolai Vasilyevich (1830-1904)
False Dmitry I in the Adam Wisniowiecki House, 1876. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Khanty-Mansiysk

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)

Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)
2788770 Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov)

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Boris Godunov in retirement at the monastery entreated to accept his election as Czar

Boris Godunov in retirement at the monastery entreated to accept his election as Czar
3787785 Boris Godunov in retirement at the monastery entreated to accept his election as Czar, illustration from Landmarks in European History published by Gresham Publishing Co

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)

Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)
2788765 Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov)

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Russian opera singer Feodor Chaliapin in the title role in Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov

Russian opera singer Feodor Chaliapin in the title role in Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov, 1912 (colour litho)
6029854 Russian opera singer Feodor Chaliapin in the title role in Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov, 1912 (colour litho) by Golovin

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)

Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)
2788768 Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov)

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)

Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho)
2788766 Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from Modest Mussorgskys opera Boris Godunov)

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Saddle of Tsar Boris Godunov. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853

Saddle of Tsar Boris Godunov. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611), c. 1630. Creator: Hondius, Hendrik, the Elder (1573-1650)

Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611), c. 1630. Creator: Hondius, Hendrik, the Elder (1573-1650)
Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611), c.1630. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611). Creator: Hondius, Willem (1597-1652 / 58)

Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611). Creator: Hondius, Willem (1597-1652 / 58)
Jan Piotr Sapieha (1569-1611). Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: False Dmitry I, ca 1723-1724. Creator: Anonymous

False Dmitry I, ca 1723-1724. Creator: Anonymous
False Dmitry I, ca 1723-1724. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Portrait of Fyodor Ivanov Shaliapin (1873-1939) in the Role of Boris Godunov, 1912, (1965)

Portrait of Fyodor Ivanov Shaliapin (1873-1939) in the Role of Boris Godunov, 1912, (1965). Fyodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (1873-1938) in the title role of Mussorgskys opera

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: False Dmitry I, 1903

False Dmitry I, 1903. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Poster for the Opera Dimitri by Victorin de Joncieres, 1876

Poster for the Opera Dimitri by Victorin de Joncieres, 1876. Found in the Collection of Academie de France a Rome, Villa Medicis

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Coach of Tsar Boris Godunov, the gift from Queen Elisabeth I

The Coach of Tsar Boris Godunov, the gift from Queen Elisabeth I. Found in the Collection of State United Museum Centre in the Kremlin, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Holy Trinity (Podea). The donation by Tsar Boris Godunov to the Monastery

The Holy Trinity (Podea). The donation by Tsar Boris Godunov to the Monastery. Found in the Collection of State Open-air Museum of the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, Sergyev Possad

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Armour of Tsar Boris Godunov

The Armour of Tsar Boris Godunov. Found in the Collection of State United Museum Centre in the Kremlin, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Mortar of False Dmitriy I, 1605

Mortar of False Dmitriy I, 1605. Found in the Collection of State Central Artillery Museum, St. Petersburg

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M, Mussorgsky, 1915-1916

Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M, Mussorgsky, 1915-1916
Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Mussorgsky, 1915-1916. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Silver kopek of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1599. Artist: Numismatic, Russian coins

Silver kopek of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1599. Artist: Numismatic, Russian coins
Silver kopek of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1599. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Family icon of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1598-1605. Artist: Chirin, Prokopy Ivanovich (?-1621 / 1623)

Family icon of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1598-1605. Artist: Chirin, Prokopy Ivanovich (?-1621 / 1623)
Family icon of the Tsar Boris Godunov, 1598-1605. Found in the collection of State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Death of False Dmitriy I. 1606 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836

The Death of False Dmitriy I. 1606 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
The Death of False Dmitriy I. 1606 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Election of Boris Godunov to the Tsar. 1598 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836

The Election of Boris Godunov to the Tsar. 1598 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Fyodor I handed over his rule to Boris Godunov. 1584 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836

Fyodor I handed over his rule to Boris Godunov. 1584 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky. Artist: Polenov

Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky. Artist: Polenov, Vasili Dmitrievich (1844-1927)
Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky. Found in the collection of Institut of Russian Literature IRLI (Pushkin-House), St Petersburg

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Pimen. Illustration to the Drama Boris Godunov by A. Pushkin

Pimen. Illustration to the Drama Boris Godunov by A. Pushkin. Artist: Vasnetsov, Viktor Mikhaylovich (1848-1926)
Pimen. Illustration to the Drama Boris Godunov by A. Pushkin. Found in the collection of State Museum Abramtsevo Estate, near Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: False Dmitry I, 1607. Artist: Anonymous

False Dmitry I, 1607. Artist: Anonymous
False Dmitry I, 1607. From a private collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Medal False Dmitry, 1606. Artist: Anonymous

Medal False Dmitry, 1606. Artist: Anonymous
Medal False Dmitry, 1606. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: False Dmitry I. Artist: Anonymous

False Dmitry I. Artist: Anonymous
False Dmitry I. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: The Arrest of Marina Mniszech, 1860. Artist: Mikeshin, Mikhail Osipovitsch (1835-1896)

The Arrest of Marina Mniszech, 1860. Artist: Mikeshin, Mikhail Osipovitsch (1835-1896)
The Arrest of Marina Mniszech, 1860. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, 1911

Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, 1911. Artist: Golovin, Alexander Yakovlevich (1863-1930)
Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, 1911. Found in the collection of the A. Pushkin Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Xenia Godunova and False Dmitry. Artist: Lebedev, Klavdi Vasilyevich (1852-1916)

Xenia Godunova and False Dmitry. Artist: Lebedev, Klavdi Vasilyevich (1852-1916)
Xenia Godunova and False Dmitry. Private Collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Chudov Monastery. Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, 1930

Chudov Monastery. Stage design for the opera Boris Godunov by M. Musorgsky, 1930. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Theatre and Music Art, St. Petersburg

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Tsar Boris Fyodorovich Godunov (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous

Tsar Boris Fyodorovich Godunov (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Tsar Boris Fyodorovich Godunov (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: Throne of the Tsar Boris Godunov, early 17th century. Artist: Iranian Master

Throne of the Tsar Boris Godunov, early 17th century. Artist: Iranian Master
Throne of the Tsar Boris Godunov, early 17th century. Boris Godunov (c1551-1605) ruled Russia as regent from 1584 until 1598 and as Tsar from 1598 until his death

Background imageBoris Godunov Collection: France, Paris, Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (Kazan, 1873 - Paris, 1938), bass opera singer

France, Paris, Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (Kazan, 1873 - Paris, 1938), bass opera singer
Feodor Ivanovich Chaliapin (Kazan, 1873 - Paris, 1938), bass opera singer, in the title role of Boris Godunov by Modest Mussorgsky, June 1913


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"Boris Godunov: A Tale of Power, Deception, and Tragedy" This captivating artwork collection takes us on a journey through the fascinating life of Boris Godunov, a prominent figure in Russian history. The first piece by Zvorykin portrays "Boris Godunov and his Family, " giving us a glimpse into the personal side of this influential man. Moving forward to Nevrev's painting, we witness False Dmitry I in the Adam Wisniowiecki House. This historical event highlights the political turmoil surrounding Boris Godunov's reign. It serves as a reminder that power can be both fragile and deceptive. The chromolitho scenes from Modest Mussorgsky's opera "Boris Godunov" further immerse us in this gripping narrative. We see Boris Godunov contemplating retirement at the monastery while being entreated to accept his election as Czar. These scenes beautifully capture the emotional depth and internal struggle faced by this complex character. The watercolor costumes for the Polonaise scene in Mussorgsky's opera showcase intricate details that transport us back to 16th-century Russia. They remind us of the grandeur and opulence associated with those in power during Boris Godunov's time. Feodor Chaliapin, depicted in a color lithograph from 1912, brings life to the title role of Modest Mussorgsky's opera with his powerful voice and commanding presence on stage. His portrayal adds another layer of intensity to this tragic tale. Amongst these artistic representations lies an intriguing fragment – Queen Elizabeth presented Tsar Boris Godunov with a horse carriage, symbolizing diplomatic relations between England and Russia during that era. Lastly, we catch sight of Tsar Boris Godunov’s saddle – an artifact steeped in history showcased within "Antiquities of the Russian State. " This relic reminds us that behind every great leader lies remnants left behind, telling stories of their reign.