Petersburg Collection (page 2)

The Cruiser, Aurora, firing at the The Winter Palace, from Histoire des Soviets, pub. 1922 (colour litho)
3657908 The Cruiser, Aurora, firing at the The Winter Palace, from Histoire des Soviets, pub. 1922 (colour litho) by Carrey

A view across St Petersburg, Russia, 1850
3330977 A view across St Petersburg, Russia, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a view across St Petersburg, Russia. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Alexander Column, 1832
3508019 The Alexander Column, 1832; (add.info.: Base of the Alexander Column in front of the General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia)

The Alexander Column, 1832
3508018 The Alexander Column, 1832; (add.info.: Base of the Alexander Column in front of the General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia)

The Mountain Institute, 1870
3507998 The Mountain Institute, 1870; (add.info.: The Mountain Institute, Saint-Petersburg, 1870.); Universal History Archive

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507639 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507631 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507626 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The Admiralty building, 1820
3507625 The Admiralty building, 1820; (add.info.: The Admiralty building is the former headquarters of the Admiralty Board and the Imperial Russian Navy in St)

View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756 (print)
7420013 View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756 (print); (add.info.: View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756. After a print by Watts from a drawing by Bazopiomp)

St. Petersburg, Russia in the 18th century. (print)
7419866 St. Petersburg, Russia in the 18th century. (print); (add.info.: View of the ancient Winter Palace belonging to her imperial majesty, and of the canal which joins the Moika to the Neva)

Nevsky Prospect, in Petrograd, ca 1915 (b/w photo)
7422828 Nevsky Prospect, in Petrograd, ca 1915 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Geography. Russia. Nevsky Prospect, in Petrograd (Saint Petersburg). Photo, Russia, ca 1915.); © Archives Charmet

Cover of Cartoon Alamanac, Podarok, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho)
2906954 Cover of Cartoon Alamanac, Podarok, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

View of the Neva and the banks from the fortress in Saint Petersburg in the early 19th century, by Beggroff
1753751 View of the Neva and the banks from the fortress in Saint Petersburg in the early 19th century, by Beggroff; (add.info)

Demonstration in front of Winter Palace in Petrograd during the 1917 russian revolution
1747025 Demonstration in front of Winter Palace in Petrograd during the 1917 russian revolution; (add.info.: Demonstration in front of Winter Palace in Petrograd during the 1917 russian revolution)

Revolutionary guards in Petrograd, Russia
2912555 Revolutionary guards in Petrograd, Russia; (add.info.: Armed revolutionary guards in a vehicle in Petrograd, Russia during the Russian Revolution. 1917); Universal History Archive/UIG

Eagle - Werewolf or Domestic and Foreign Policy from Zhupel, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1905 (colour litho)
2906961 Eagle - Werewolf or Domestic and Foreign Policy from Zhupel, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1905 (colour litho); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Storming the Winter Palace in Petrograd on 25th October, 1917, , 1927 (film still)
7167305 Storming the Winter Palace in Petrograd on 25th October, 1917, , 1927 (film still); Institute for the History of Material Culture, St

Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg, ca 1830 (litho)
7422874 Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg, ca 1830 (litho); (add.info.: Geography. Russia. Panteleymonovsky Bridge and the Mikhailovsky Palace, Saint Petersburg)

View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756 (print)
7420012 View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756 (print); (add.info.: View of the Neva River in Saint Petersburg, Russia, 1756. After a print by Watts from a drawing by Bazopiomp)

The palace of Tsarskoye Selo (Tsar's Village) near St. Petersburg, showing the gates and park
FLO4722217 The palace of Tsarskoye Selo (Tsar's Village) near St. Petersburg, showing the gates and park. Illustration From Andrew Swinton (18th-19th century) Travels into Norway

The Admiralty building, 1820
3507624 The Admiralty building, 1820; (add.info.: The Admiralty building is the former headquarters of the Admiralty Board and the Imperial Russian Navy in St)

Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, 1800
3507969 Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, 1800; (add.info.: Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, Russia, which was)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507637 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507636 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507635 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

Soldiers of the 48th Pennsylvania carrying powder into the Petersburg mine
3029002 Soldiers of the 48th Pennsylvania carrying powder into the Petersburg mine; Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldiers of the 48th Pennsylvania Regiment carrying powder kegs into the Petersburg)

A riot in St Petersburg, Russia, 1850
3331093 A riot in St Petersburg, Russia, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a riot in St Petersburg, Russia. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The End of the Provisional Government; Lenin's Red Guard on the streets of Petrograd, 1917 (b/w photo)
3331003 The End of the Provisional Government; Lenin's Red Guard on the streets of Petrograd, 1917 (b/w photo); (add.info.: Photograph of members of the Red Guards)

Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: Workroom in the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, supervised by the Tsarina, 1904 (print)
538068 Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: Workroom in the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, supervised by the Tsarina, 1904 (print); (add.info.: Russo-Japanese War 1904-1905: Workroom in the Winter Palace)

St. Petersburg, Russia in the 18th century. (print)
7419867 St. Petersburg, Russia in the 18th century. (print); (add.info.: View of the Exchange and the Warehouses at St. Petersburg, Russia)

Tsar Peter The Great (Peter I of Russia, 1672-1725) at the founding of Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg) in 1703
ELD4906166 Tsar Peter The Great (Peter I of Russia, 1672-1725) at the founding of Saint Petersburg (Saint Petersburg) in 1703

Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, 1800
3507970 Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, 1800; (add.info.: Gilded surfaces and lavish silk wall coverings in the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, Russia, which was)

The Imperial Russian Throne room, inside the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, Russia, 1860
3507654 The Imperial Russian Throne room, inside the Winter Palace, St Petersburg, Russia, 1860; (add.info.: The Imperial Russian Throne room (St George's Hall), inside the Winter Palace

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507633 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820
3507630 The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, 1820; (add.info.: The General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia, in front of the Winter Palace)

The Alexander Column, 1830
3507629 The Alexander Column, 1830; (add.info.: The Alexander Column in front of the General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia)

The Alexander Column, 1830
3507612 The Alexander Column, 1830; (add.info.: The Alexander Column in front of the General Staff Building on Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, Russia)

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

Saint Petersburg, 1838 (engraving)
3600065 Saint Petersburg, 1838 (engraving); (add.info.: Saint Petersburg. Russia. Hermitage Theatre. Anonymous engraving, 1838.); PHAS/UIG

Russians enjoying a ride on an Ice Mountain, the artificial sledge runs which were constructed during the winter for
530597 Russians enjoying a ride on an Ice Mountain, the artificial sledge runs which were constructed during the winter for public amusement in cities such as St Petersburg and Moscow. Woodcut, 1836

View of Saint Petersburg in the 19th century
1747725 View of Saint Petersburg in the 19th century; (add.info.: view of Saint Petersburg in the 19th century); Photo: Tallandier

Children demonstation in petrograd during the 1917 russian revolution, with a banner reading "Education for
1753534 Children demonstation in petrograd during the 1917 russian revolution, with a banner reading "Education for the people"; (add.info)

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

View of the stock exchange building and commodity warehouses in Saint Petersburg (Russia)
MMM5483800 View of the stock exchange building and commodity warehouses in Saint Petersburg (Russia). Lithograph (34.6x48 cm), published by Robert Sayer, 18th century.; National Maritime Museum

Bloody Sunday in St Petersburg, Russia in 1905 (print)
5669577 Bloody Sunday in St Petersburg, Russia in 1905 (print); (add.info.: French satirical Illustration after the Bloody Sunday, 22 January 1905 in St Petersburg, Russia)

Illustration from Bureval, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho)
2906957 Illustration from Bureval, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

Cover of Bureval, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho)
2906956 Cover of Bureval, Issue 1, pub. St. Petersburg, 1906 (colour litho); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection

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"Petersburg: A Tapestry of Art, History, and Beauty" From the enchanting brushstrokes of Rembrandt to the majestic domes of the Church of the Savior on spilled blood, a city that exudes artistic grandeur. This Russian gem, nestled in Eurasia, boasts a rich cultural heritage that captivates visitors from around the world. As you stroll along the picturesque pier, with its panoramic views of Saint Petersburg's skyline reflected in shimmering waters, you can't help but feel transported to another era. The Virgin and Child by Angelico comes to mind as you admire the ethereal beauty surrounding you. But Petersburg isn't limited to Russia alone; it extends its allure across continents. In Southeast Alaska's Norwegian fishing town bearing its name, echoes of distant shores intertwine with local traditions. Here too lies a sense of community and resilience reminiscent of St. Petersburg itself. No visit to this captivating city would be complete without exploring The Hermitage – an architectural marvel housing one of the world's most extensive art collections. As you wander through its opulent halls adorned with masterpieces from various eras and cultures, history whispers secrets only walls could tell. Strolling through Tsarskoye Selo (Pushkin), just outside St. Petersburg's borders reveals yet another facet of this multifaceted jewel called Petersburg. Amidst lush gardens and regal palaces like Winter Palace's Atlantes portico at State Hermitage Museum awaits tales intertwined with imperial splendor. Yet not all stories told within these walls are ones filled with opulence; some recount moments etched in history forevermore. The Fall during America's Civil War serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst turmoil, courage prevails. Petersburg stands as a testament to humanity's ability to create beauty amid chaos—a place where art converges with history and diverse cultures unite under shared appreciation.