Neva Collection

Entrance to Cal-Neva Lodge, Nevada, USA
Entrance to Cal-Neva Lodge, spa resort on Stateline Road, Crystal Bay, Nevada, USA, near Lake Tahoe. circa 1930

Russia, St. Petersburg; The partly frozen Neva River in Winter, with the Winter Palace, the Admiralty and St. Isaacs Cathedral

Russian Ice Mountain on the Admiralty Square in St. Petersburg, 1850s. Private Collection

Alexander Nevsky (1219-1263) Russian prince, gained victory against the Swedes on river Neva. Venerated as a saint by Russians. Central panel of triptych by Pavel Korin (1892-1967)

Catherine the Great Visiting the Ice Mountain in Saint Petersburg, 1788. Artist: Paterssen, Benjamin (1748-1815)
Catherine the Great Visiting the Ice Mountain in Saint Petersburg, 1788. From a private collection

City center of St. Petersburg from the River Neva at sunset with the St. Isaac cathedral in the background, Russia, Europe

Peter & Paul Fortress
A view of the town and habour of St Peter and St Paul, in Kamtschatka. Probably the Peter & Paul Fortress in the Neva delta which was used as a political prison

The West India Mail steamer 'Neva', 1850
3330465 The West India Mail steamer 'Neva', 1850; (add.info.: Portrait of the West India Mail steamer 'Neva' . Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Stock Exchange, Saint Petersburg, Russia (engraving)
3600076 Stock Exchange, Saint Petersburg, Russia (engraving); (add.info.: Russia, 18th century. Saint Petersburg. Stock Exchange building and Neva river. Engraving, 19th century.); PHAS/UIG.

View of the Winter Palace and the canal between the rivers Mojka and Neva in Saint Pete... 1745-94. Creator: Unknown
View of the Winter Palace and the canal between the rivers Mojka and Neva in Saint Petersburg, 1745-1794

View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg seen from the west side, 1745-1794. Creator: Anon
View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg seen from the west side, 1745-1794. A Perspective View of the Neva, towards the East, between the Galleys Dock & the thirteenth line of the Wassile Ostroff

Vue de l'École des cadets et du pont sur la Néva, à Saint-Petersbourg, 1817-1824
Vue de l'Ecole des cadets et du pont sur la Neva, a Saint-Petersbourg, 1817-1824. Private Collection

Vue de la nouvelle bourse et des bâtiments de l'académie des siences, et d'histoire... 1817-1824
Vue de la nouvelle bourse et des batiments de l'academie des siences, et d'histoire... 1817-1824. Private Collection

Vue de la Neva, de la place de Pierre-le-Grand et du palais du Sénat, à Saint-Pétersbourg
Vue de la Neva, de la place de Pierre-le-Grand et du palais du Senat, a Saint-Petersbourg, 1817-1824. Private Collection

View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg seen from the west side, 1700-1799. Creator: Unknown
View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg seen from the west side, 1700-1799. Ships and boats sail on the water

"The Jordan" Epiphany Custom at St. Petersburg, 1856. Creator: Henry Duff Linton
"The Jordan" Epiphany Custom at St. Petersburg, 1856. Ceremony...in commemoration of the baptism of Christ, on the 6th of January, on the ice of the Neva

The Neva at St Petersburg (Leningrad) in the Winter, 1844. Creator: Theodor Hildebrandt
The Neva at St Petersburg (Leningrad) in the Winter, 1844

View of the Neva River in St Petersburg seen from the west side, 1700-1799. Creator: Anon
View of the Neva River in St Petersburg seen from the west side, 1700-1799. Ships and boats sail on the water

View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, viewed against the current, 1756. Creators: Robert Sayer, Robert Watts
View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, viewed against the current, 1756. A Perspective View of the Borders of the Neva

The Approach to St. Petersburg, 1856. Creator: Unknown
The Approach to St. Petersburg, 1856. Ships on the Neva River, with Saint Isaac's Cathedral in the background. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

Saint Pétersbourg, Saint Isaac, between 01–1844 and 9–1844. Creator: Felix Francois Georges Philibert Ziem
Saint Petersbourg, Saint Isaac, between 01-1844 and 9-1844

The Rumyantsev Mansion on the English Embankment in St Petersburg, c. 1890. Creator: Anonymous
The Rumyantsev Mansion on the English Embankment in St Petersburg, c. 1890. Private Collection

The Rumyantsev Mansion on the English Embankment in St Petersburg, c. 1890. Creator: Anonymous
The Rumyantsev Mansion on the English Embankment in St Petersburg, c. 1890. Private Collection

Annunciation Bridge in St. Petersburg, c. 1820. Creator: C. Schultz
Annunciation Bridge in St. Petersburg, c. 1820

Russia, Saint Petersburg, Peter and Paul Fortress on Neva riverside, classified as World Heritage by UNESCO

Port on the Neva River, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Neva River near the Peter and Paul Fortress on the day of Mid-Pentecost (Prepolovenie) Celebration. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Ice Mountains, ca 1814. Artist: Anonymous
Ice Mountains, ca 1814. Private Collection

The Academy of Sciences (Series Views of Saint Petersburg), 1820s. Artist: Pluchart, Alexander (1777-1827)
The Academy of Sciences (Series Views of Saint Petersburg), 1820s. From a private collection

Navy Day celebrations, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Couple walking on the frozen Neva River next to the Spit of Vasilyevsky Island (Vasilyevsky Ostrov), Saint Petersburg, Russia

View towards Hermitage Bridge over Zimniaya Kanavka (Winter Canal), and Neva River beyond, in winter, Saint Petersburg, Russia

View towards Rostral Columns and the Spit of Vasilyevsky Island (Vasilyevsky Ostrov) in winter, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Marble lion at the Dvortsovaya pier of the Admiralty Embankment, on River Neva, looking towards the historic buildings of the University Embankment, Saint Petersburg, Russia

View across Neva River towards Saint Isaac Cathedral (Isaakievskiy Sobor), Saint Petersburg, Russia

Navy Day celebrations on Neva River, Saint Petersburg, Russia

"Poltava", Russian 54-gun battleship, next to the Peter and Paul Fortress, Saint Petersburg, Russia

The Peter and Paul Fortress, part of the State Museum of Saint Petersburg History, as seen from the Palace Embankment, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Building of the first Russian museum Kunstkamera (Kustkammer) and historic Rostral Columns in Saint Petersburg, Russia

Vessel on the Neva River with The Kunstkammer museum in the background, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Neva River, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Peter and Paul Fortress on Zayachy Island at dusk, Saint Petersburg, Russia

The Palace Brige raised at night, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Scarlet Sails
Alexander Pavlov

Ceremony of blessing the river Neva, St Petersburg, by Russian Orthodox priests, 1895 (print)
535205 Ceremony of blessing the river Neva, St Petersburg, by Russian Orthodox priests, 1895 (print) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Ceremony of blessing the river Neva, St Petersburg)

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Russia, Saint Petersburg, Center, Winter Palace, Hermitage Museum, sunset from the Neva River Date: 03/04/2008

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Russia, Saint Petersburg, Center, Winter Palace and Hermitage Museum, late afternoon Date: 03/04/2008

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Russia, Saint Petersburg, Center, Kunstkamera Museum with Neva River tour boat Date: 03/04/2008

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The Neva River, a majestic waterway that weaves through the heart of St. Petersburg, holds centuries of history and beauty within its icy currents. From the frozen wonderland it becomes in winter to the vibrant city center it overlooks at sunset, this river is truly a sight to behold. One can't help but be captivated by the enchanting scene of Catherine the Great herself visiting an ice mountain on Admiralty Square back in 1788. The artist's portrayal perfectly captures her awe and admiration for this natural wonder. As we stroll along the banks of the Neva, we are reminded of Alexander Nevsky's heroic victory against the Swedes on these very waters. This Russian prince left an indelible mark on history and his legacy lives on as his name graces both river and cathedral alike. Speaking of cathedrals, who could resist being spellbound by St. Isaac Cathedral standing tall against a breathtaking sunset backdrop? Its golden domes seem to glow with divine radiance as they reflect off the tranquil surface of the Neva. And let us not forget about Scarlet Sails - a magical event that lights up St. Petersburg each year with dazzling fireworks and sailing ships adorned in scarlet sails, and is a celebration that fills our hearts with joy and reminds us why this city is so beloved. But perhaps one of the most sacred moments tied to this mighty river is when Russian Orthodox priests gather for a ceremony to bless its waters. The image from 1895 shows their solemn reverence as they bestow blessings upon what has become more than just a body of water - it symbolizes life itself. The Neva River near Peter and Paul Fortress holds another special occasion: Mid-Pentecost Celebration or Prepolovenie Day. On this day, locals come together to honor tradition amidst picturesque surroundings, creating memories that will last a lifetime.