Early Rus Collection

Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Artist: Anonymous
Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Map of Russia in the 16th and 17th century, 1914. Private Collection

Statue of Anne of Kiev (Anna Jaroslawna) at the Royal Abbey of St. Vincent in Senlis. Found in the collection of Senlis, Oise, France

Campaign to Chersonesos by Vladimir the Great, 1904. Private Collection

Map of Russia in the 14th and 15th century, 1914. Private Collection

Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev, 1885-1896. Artist: Nesterov, Mikhail Vasilyevich (1862-1942)
Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev, 1885-1896. Found in the collection of the St Vladimirs Cathedral, Kiev

The Death of Askold and Dir, . Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Prince Alexander Nevsky begging Batu Khan for mercy for Russia, End of 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Prince Alexander Nevsky begging Batu Khan for mercy for Russia, End of 19th century. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Coin (Zlatnik) of Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (Averse: Portrait of the ruler), 980-1015. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Basil the Blessed, Fool for Christ. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Religious History, St Petersburg

Askold and Dir asked by Rurik for a permission to go to Constantinople (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St

The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi et Fabricati Fugura (Europe: Livonia, Russia Artist: Mercator)
Atlas sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi et Fabricati Fugura (Europe: Livonia, Russia, Lithuania). Private Collection

Battle between Sviatopolk the Accursed and Yaroslav the Wise (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

6. Yaroslav 7. Sviatoslav II 8. Sviatopolk 9. Vladimir Monomakh 10. Yuri I 11. Ivan II 12. Dmitry Donskoy 13. Ivan III, 1831. From a private collection

1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)
1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico? by Giulio Ferrario), 1831. From a private collection

Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 6. Yaroslav 7. Sviatoslav II 8. Sviatopolk 9. Vladimir Monomakh 10. Yuri I 11
6203781 Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 6. Yaroslav 7. Sviatoslav II 8. Sviatopolk 9. Vladimir Monomakh 10. Yuri I 11. Ivan II 12. Dmitry Donskoy 13

Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14
6203792 Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)

Saint Artemius of Verkola, 1774. Creator: Russian icon
Saint Artemius of Verkola, 1774. Found in the Collection of the Petit Palais, Musee des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris

Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev, c. 1700 (fresco)
6203793 Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev, c.1700 (fresco) by Russian School (18th century); Cathedral of St. Sophia, Kiev, Ukraine; Photo eFine Art Images; Russian, out of copyright

Monomakhs Pectoral. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Prilbitsa. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Misiurka Helmet and Shishaks. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Misiurka Helmet. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

The Monomakhs Globus cruciger. From the Antiquities of the Russian State, 1849-1853. Private Collection

Plan of Moscow, 1836. Creator: Davies, Benjamin Rees (1789-1872)
Plan of Moscow, 1836. Private Collection

General Map of Kazan Governorate, 1779. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich (1745-1790)
General Map of Kazan Governorate, 1779. Private Collection

Plan of Moscow, 1916. Creator: Ilyin, Alexei Alexeevich (1858-1942)
Plan of Moscow, 1916. Private Collection

Map of southern Russia with view of Sevastopol Bay and its fortifications, 1853. Creator: Civelli
Map of southern Russia with view of Sevastopol Bay and its fortifications, 1853. Private Collection

Map of the flow of the Irtysh River from Omsk fortress into Tobolsk, 1780. Creator: Islenyev
Map of the flow of the Irtysh River from Omsk fortress into Tobolsk, 1780. Private Collection

General Map of Nizhny Novgorod Governorate, 1788. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich
General Map of Nizhny Novgorod Governorate, 1788. Private Collection

Moscoviae Imperium, 1600. Creator: Quad, Matthias (1557-1613)
Moscoviae Imperium, 1600. Private Collection

The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), ca. 1600. Creator: Blaeu
The Moscow Kremlin Map of the 16th century (Castellum Urbis Moskvae), ca. 1600. Private Collection

Map of Russia and Poland, 1832. Creator: Arrowsmith, John (1790-1873)
Map of Russia and Poland, 1832. Private Collection

Map of the Irtysh River, the southern part of the Siberian Governorate, 1777. Creator: Islenyev
Map of the Irtysh River, the southern part of the Siberian Governorate, 1777. Private Collection

General Map of Vyatka Governorate, 1791. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich (1745-1790)
General Map of Vyatka Governorate, 1791. Private Collection

General Map of Ufa Governorate, 1791. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich (1745-1790)
General Map of Ufa Governorate, 1791. Private Collection

General Map of Kursk Governorate, 1788. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich (1745-1790)
General Map of Kursk Governorate, 1788. Private Collection

General Map of Novorossiysk Governorate, 1779. Creator: Islenyev, Ivan Ivanovich
General Map of Novorossiysk Governorate, 1779. Private Collection

General map of Crimea, 1791. Creator: Chernoi (Cherny), Fyodor Osipovich (1745-1790)
General map of Crimea, 1791. Private Collection

General Map of Azov Governorate, 1782. Creator: Islenyev, Ivan Ivanovich
General Map of Azov Governorate, 1782. Private Collection

Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Saint Olga, Princess of Kiev. Private Collection

Grodno (From: Civitates orbis terrarium), 1577. Artist: Braun, Georg (1541-1622)
Grodno (From: Civitates orbis terrarium), 1577. From a private collection

Idols, 1901. Artist: Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947)
Idols, 1901. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Plan of Petrograd, 1918. Creator: Anonymous
Plan of Petrograd, 1918. Private Collection

Plan of Petrograd, 1915. Creator: Anonymous master
Plan of Petrograd, 1915. Private Collection

The Four Evangelists (Manuscript illumination from the Gospel Book), ca 1401. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Arrival of Byzantine Bishop in Kievan Rus, 1832. Private Collection

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"Exploring the Early Rus: A Journey through History" Delve into the captivating world of Early Rus, a fascinating era filled with tales of bravery, conquest, and cultural transformation. This 150-caption takes you on an enchanting journey through significant moments and iconic figures that shaped this ancient civilization. Witness the awe-inspiring power of Greek fire in this exquisite miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes dating back to the 11th-12th century. Transport yourself to Vladimir the Great's campaign to Chersonesos in 1904, as he expands his dominion and leaves an indelible mark on history. Behold Princess Olga of Kiev, a formidable ruler who defied societal norms in the second half of the 19th century. Nikolai Alexandrovich Bruni's artwork beautifully captures her strength and grace. Marvel at Anne of Kiev's statue adorning the Royal Abbey of St. Vincent in Senlis—a testament to her influential role as a queen consort during medieval times. Nesterov's masterpiece brings Saint Olga back to life with stunning realism—her piercing gaze reflecting both determination and compassion—in this painting from 1885-1896. Uncover The Death of Askold and Dir—an epic tale immortalized by artists throughout history—as they valiantly fought for their land against external forces seeking dominance over early Russia. Explore a meticulously crafted map depicting Russia during its transformative years in the 14th and 15th centuries—a visual representation showcasing territorial changes amidst political upheaval. Experience Prince Alexander Nevsky's poignant plea for mercy before Batu Khan—the endearing portrayal by an anonymous artist encapsulates both vulnerability and resilience during turbulent times at the end of the 19th century.