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Czar Nicholas Ii Collection

Czar Nicholas II, the last emperor of Russia, is captured in various moments throughout his life

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Portrait of Czar Nicholas II

Portrait of Czar Nicholas II

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409439 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: War of 1914-1918: Russian Emperor Nicholas II (tsar) goes to the Galicia front

War of 1914-1918: Russian Emperor Nicholas II (tsar) goes to the Galicia front
PCT4261369 War of 1914-1918: Russian Emperor Nicholas II (tsar) goes to the Galicia front. A photograph showing him (left) in conversation with generals Janushkevich and Russky

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II

Tsar Nicholas II
NWI4946885 Tsar Nicholas II.; (add.info.: Tsar Nicholas II.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Czar Nicholas II as a boy, when he was the Grand Duke Nicholas Alexandrovich, the heir-apparent

Czar Nicholas II as a boy, when he was the Grand Duke Nicholas Alexandrovich, the heir-apparent, 1880s
NWI4945840 Czar Nicholas II as a boy, when he was the Grand Duke Nicholas Alexandrovich, the heir-apparent, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) of Russia, passed the gate of the Moscow Kremlin on the day of his

Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) of Russia, passed the gate of the Moscow Kremlin on the day of his coronation, May 26
NWI4945538 Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) of Russia, passed the gate of the Moscow Kremlin on the day of his coronation, May 26, 1896

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: L'Indiscret, Satirique en N & B, 1905_10_18: Russia, President of the Republic - Nicholas II

L'Indiscret, Satirique en N & B, 1905_10_18: Russia, President of the Republic - Nicholas II
ICA4920540 L'Indiscret, Satirique en N & B, 1905_10_18: Russia, President of the Republic - Nicholas II, Reaper/Camarde - Illustration by Laumonnier; (add.info.: L'Indiscret)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Cover of ' The Indiscret', Satirical in N & B, 1906_8_8: Russia

Cover of " The Indiscret", Satirical in N & B, 1906_8_8: Russia
ICA4920692 Cover of " The Indiscret", Satirical in N & B, 1906_8_8: Russia, Duma - Nicholas II - Illustration by Th Barn (1882-1939); (add.info.: Cover of " The Indiscret")

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Russian flag (right) and coat of arms (centre) under Nicholas II of Russia (1868-1918)

Russian flag (right) and coat of arms (centre) under Nicholas II of Russia (1868-1918) around 1900. Lithography
NWI4870309 Russian flag (right) and coat of arms (centre) under Nicholas II of Russia (1868-1918) around 1900. Lithography; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: 19 September 1901

France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: 19 September 1901, review of Betheny by Emile Loubet for the reception of
LUX4800998 France, Champagne-Ardenne, Marne (51), Reims: 19 September 1901, review of Betheny by Emile Loubet for the reception of Tsar Nicholas II, the Emperor's pram, 1901; (add.info.: France)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409449 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409448 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409455 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)
5669350 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)
5669330 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), Tsar of Russia in 1890 - Nicholas II Tsar of Russia

Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), Tsar of Russia in 1890 - Nicholas II Tsar of Russia, as Tsarevich
ELD4838391 Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), Tsar of Russia in 1890 - Nicholas II Tsar of Russia, as Tsarevich, ca 1890 - Photograph Private collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg

Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg
2603891 Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg; (add.info.: Nicholas II and Alexandra Feodorovna at St Petersburg, 29 April 1904, receiving the heroic sailors)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), tsar of Russia. Anonymous painting of the 19th century

Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), tsar of Russia. Anonymous painting of the 19th century
XEE5032165 Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), tsar of Russia. Anonymous painting of the 19th century; (add.info.: Portrait of Nicholas II (1868-1918), tsar of Russia

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: The Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1907_11_2: Third Duma - Russia, Urban Architecture, Snow

The Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1907_11_2: Third Duma - Russia, Urban Architecture, Snow
ICA4861542 The Laughter, Satirical in Colors, 1907_11_2: Third Duma - Russia, Urban Architecture, Snow, Revolution of 1905 - Nicholas II

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Russia, Moscow: Coronation Feast of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896

Russia, Moscow: Coronation Feast of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896
LUX4801373 Russia, Moscow: Coronation Feast of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896; (add.info.: Russia, Moscow: Coronation Feast of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896); Photo © Lux-in-Fine.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: A French almanac celebrating the visit to Paris of Tsar Nicholas II

A French almanac celebrating the visit to Paris of Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexander of Russia, 1897
3480756 A French almanac celebrating the visit to Paris of Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexander of Russia, 1897; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409441 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Czarevich Nicholas II and his wife Princess Alexandra (Alexandra Fiodorovna Romanova)

Czarevich Nicholas II and his wife Princess Alexandra (Alexandra Fiodorovna Romanova, 1872-1918) on a visit to England
NWI4946620 Czarevich Nicholas II and his wife Princess Alexandra (Alexandra Fiodorovna Romanova, 1872-1918) on a visit to England

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Postcard, Satirical in N & B: Nicholas II - Russia - Nicholas II

Postcard, Satirical in N & B: Nicholas II - Russia - Nicholas II
ICA4948635 Postcard, Satirical in N & B: Nicholas II - Russia - Nicholas II; (add.info.: Postcard, Satirical in N & B: Nicholas II - Russia - Nicholas II); Photo © Caricadoc.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo)
5669331 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia

Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia
2603887 Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia; (add.info.: Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894. embracing Pallas - Athene (Minerva) the ancient goddess of Wisdom

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409451 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409433 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409431 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich, 1900s (b/w photo)

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich, 1900s (b/w photo)
5669375 Tsar Nicholas II of Russia with his son, Alexei the Tsarevich, 1900s (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Russian Czar Alexander III and his family, including future czar Nicholas II in the rear, 1890s

Russian Czar Alexander III and his family, including future czar Nicholas II in the rear, 1890s
NWI4946864 Russian Czar Alexander III and his family, including future czar Nicholas II in the rear, 1890s.; (add.info.: Russian Czar Alexander III and his family)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: The Laughter, number 78, Satirical in Colors, 1904_7_30: The game of fregoli or - Russia

The Laughter, number 78, Satirical in Colors, 1904_7_30: The game of fregoli or - Russia - Nicholas II, Fleece
ICA4843105 The Laughter, number 78, Satirical in Colors, 1904_7_30: The game of fregoli or - Russia - Nicholas II, Fleece; (add.info.: The Laughter, number 78, Satirical in Colors)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by President Faure, laying the first stone of the Alexander III

Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by President Faure, laying the first stone of the Alexander III bridge, 1896
3480804 Tsar Nicholas II, accompanied by President Faure, laying the first stone of the Alexander III bridge, 1896; (add.info.: Franco-Russian Alliance)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Photograph of Czarevitch Alexei Romanov, 1910 (b/w photo)

Photograph of Czarevitch Alexei Romanov, 1910 (b/w photo)
3520206 Photograph of Czarevitch Alexei Romanov, 1910 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Photograph of Tsarevich Alexei Romanov (1904-1918) heir apparent to the throne of the Russian Empire

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Critical of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, 1905 (print)

Critical of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, 1905 (print)
5669613 Critical of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, 1905 (print); (add.info.: French satirical Illustration 1905, critical of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph)
FIA5409443 Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 (colour lithograph) by Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: The coronation of Nicholas II, the new tsar, near his wife (Alix de Hesse Darmstadt)

The coronation of Nicholas II, the new tsar, near his wife (Alix de Hesse Darmstadt)
NWI4944287 The coronation of Nicholas II, the new tsar, near his wife (Alix de Hesse Darmstadt, 1872-1918) embraces his mother (Dagmar of Denmark, 1847-1928) 1896 - Coronation of Nicholas II

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Cover of ' Les Hommes du jour', Satirique en N & B, 1909_7_31: Nicolas II

Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B, 1909_7_31: Nicolas II
ICA4932287 Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B, 1909_7_31: Nicolas II; (add.info.: Cover of " Les Hommes du jour", Satirique en N & B)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: The court attending the Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra of Russia, 1897

The court attending the Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra of Russia, 1897
3480753 The court attending the Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra of Russia, 1897; (add.info.: Illustration showing the court attending the Emperor Nicholas II)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86), Chatellerault: presentation of the bell offered by Tsar

France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86), Chatellerault: presentation of the bell offered by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia
LUX4756444 France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86), Chatellerault: presentation of the bell offered by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, 1897; (add.info.: France, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne (86)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Tsar Alexander III and his family, 1885 (b/w photo)

Tsar Alexander III and his family, 1885 (b/w photo)
529855 Tsar Alexander III and his family, 1885 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Tsar Alexander III and Empress Marie fedorovna of Russia with their children)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Portrait of Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) with his daughters Tatiana, Olga and Maria a Lividia

Portrait of Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) with his daughters Tatiana, Olga and Maria a Lividia
AIS5387576 Portrait of Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) with his daughters Tatiana, Olga and Maria a Lividia, in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea. 1910-1915 (photo); © Iberfoto.

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Family of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia photographed in 1905 (b/w photo)

Family of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia photographed in 1905 (b/w photo)
529426 Family of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia photographed in 1905 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: The opening ceremony of the first State Duma, 1906 (b/w photo)

The opening ceremony of the first State Duma, 1906 (b/w photo)
XBH366645 The opening ceremony of the first State Duma, 1906 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Portrait of the Russian imperial family. Photography around 1910-1915

Portrait of the Russian imperial family. Photography around 1910-1915
GIA4706268 Portrait of the Russian imperial family. Photography around 1910-1915. by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of the Russian imperial family)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Nicholas II, 1868 -1918. Seen here aged 18 (engraving)

Nicholas II, 1868 -1918. Seen here aged 18 (engraving)
745835 Nicholas II, 1868 -1918. Seen here aged 18 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: Last Emperor of Russia, Grand Duke of Finland, and titular King of Poland)

Background imageCzar Nicholas Ii Collection: Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from L'Assiette au Beurre 1906 (print)

Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from L'Assiette au Beurre 1906 (print)
2603814 Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from L'Assiette au Beurre 1906 (print) by Galantara, Gabriele (Rata Langa) (1865-1937); (add.info)



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Czar Nicholas II, the last emperor of Russia, is captured in various moments throughout his life. In a striking portrait, we see the stern gaze and regal demeanor that defined his reign. The family photograph from 1905 showcases a moment of unity amidst political turmoil. As the first State Duma opens in 1906, Nicholas II stands as a symbol of power and authority. However, not all moments were filled with grandeur. During a trip around the world in 1891, tragedy struck when an assassination attempt was made on the young Tsarevich's life during a stage performance in Japan. This event foreshadowed the challenges he would face as ruler. In another portrait taken around 1910-1915, we witness Nicholas II surrounded by his beloved Russian imperial family. Little did they know that their lives would soon be shattered by revolution and war. A glimpse into history reveals how Nicholas II was depicted by artists and media at different times. An engraving from when he was just eighteen captures him at the cusp of adulthood while an illustration from Le Petit Journal portrays him as "the Peacemaker" in 1901. The painting "Red Sunday" serves as a reminder of one of the darkest chapters during his rule - Bloody Sunday - where peaceful protestors were brutally attacked by government forces. Even outside Russia's borders, Nicholas II left an imprint on history. During their visit to France in 1896, he and Tsarina Alexandra laid the first stone for Pont Alexandre III in Paris – showcasing diplomatic ties between nations. Tragically, fate intertwined with royalty once again when Czar Nicholas II followed behind Prince Wales' funeral procession through an engraving – little knowing that both monarchies would crumble within years. Through these glimpses into Czar Nicholas II's life and reign, we are reminded of both triumphs and tragedies that marked this pivotal era for Russia – a time that would ultimately lead to the downfall of an empire.