Igor I Collection
"Prince Igor: A Tale of Love, Revenge, and Heroism" Step back in time to the year 1824 as we witness the captivating first meeting between Prince Igor and Olga
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"Prince Igor: A Tale of Love, Revenge, and Heroism" Step back in time to the year 1824 as we witness the captivating first meeting between Prince Igor and Olga. This momentous occasion is beautifully captured in the oil on canvas painting titled "The First Meeting of Prince Igor with Olga. " The portraits of the Russian Monarchy adorn the walls, showcasing the lineage that led to this fateful encounter - from Rurik to Vladimir the Great. As we delve deeper into this epic tale, we are transported to a grand opera stage where A. Borodin's masterpiece "Prince Igor" comes alive. The exquisite stage design by Nicholas Roerich sets the scene for dramatic events such as Greek fire during the Siege of Constantinople and Olga's vengeful act against the Drevlians. Costume designs from different eras bring authenticity to each character's portrayal. From a stunning 1908 costume design by A. Borodin himself to Vasili Grigoryevich Perov's heart-wrenching depiction of Yaroslavna's Lament in 1880, every detail adds depth and emotion. Intricate marketplaces come alive through Konstantin Alexandrovich Veshchilov's stage design, immersing us in bustling scenes filled with life and energy. Meanwhile, Klavdi Vasilyevich Lebedev captures an intense moment when Igor exacts tribute from his enemies in "Poliudie (Collecting Tribute). " Illustrations by Boris Artemyevich Chorikov transport us further into history - witnessing Grand Duke Oleg standing alongside Prince Igor or experiencing his tragic demise in "The Death of Igor Svyatoslavich. " Finally, we witness a thrilling escape as Prince Igor flees from captivity at a Polovtsian camp depicted vividly by Chorikov. Through these remarkable artworks, we are invited to immerse ourselves in the captivating world of Prince Igor.