Pre Revolution Collection

Fashionable woman, France, 18th century
5855383 Fashionable woman, France, 18th century. by Lechevallier-Chevignard, Edmond (1825-1902); (add.info.: Fashionable woman, France, 18th century. Handcolored illustration by E)

Cymbal player of the Royal Guard, c. 1790 (colour litho)
STC414273 Cymbal player of the Royal Guard, c.1790 (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Wedding Procession in Amiens (oil on canvas)
CHT174680 A Wedding Procession in Amiens (oil on canvas) by Saint-Aubin, Gabriel de (1724-80); Private Collection; (add.info.: Un cortege nuptial a Amiens; ); eArchives Charmet; French

Nevsky Prospekt, St Petersburg, 1896 (b / w photo)
745410 Nevsky Prospekt, St Petersburg, 1896 (b/w photo) by Bulla, Karl Karlovich (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: The building are decorated with white)

Food and produce stall, St Petersburg, c. late C19th (b / w photo)
745399 Food and produce stall, St Petersburg, c.late C19th (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

The Duma, St Petersburg, c. 1890s (b / w photo)
745405 The Duma, St Petersburg, c.1890s (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Petition from the General Congress in America to the King, Continental Congress
695948 Petition from the General Congress in America to the King, Continental Congress, 26th October 1774 (litho) by American School, (18th century); 45x27 cm; Gilder Lehrman Collection, New York

The Polish emigrant exodus (sepia photo)
STC331286 The Polish emigrant exodus (sepia photo) by Russian Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tiliega, the Poles with their carts; ); The Stapleton Collection; Russian

Smolensk Prospekt, St Petersburg, 1900 (b / w photo)
745396 Smolensk Prospekt, St Petersburg, 1900 (b/w photo) by Bulla, Karl Karlovich (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two wine shops advertise their wares in a less smart area of the city)

Tsarskoye Selo Railway Station, St Petersburg, after 1904 (b / w photo)
745389 Tsarskoye Selo Railway Station, St Petersburg, after 1904 (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

Swiss Guard, Tambour and Fife Players, c. 1790 (colour litho)
STC414271 Swiss Guard, Tambour and Fife Players, c.1790 (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tambour et Fifre)

Mounted Officer of the Royal Gendarmerie of Paris, c. 1790 (colour litho)
STC414269 Mounted Officer of the Royal Gendarmerie of Paris, c.1790 (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Blind Mans Buff, c. 1775-80 (oil on canvas)
BAL29556 Blind Mans Buff, c.1775-80 (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 216.2x197.8 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; French, out of copyright

Wooden scaffolding cart used for street tram wire repairs, St Petersburg
745413 Wooden scaffolding cart used for street tram wire repairs, St Petersburg, 1908 (b/w photo) by Bulla, Karl Karlovich (1853-1929); Private Collection; (add.info)

Queen Marie Antoinette with her Children in the Park of Trianon, 1785 (oil on canvas)
3086710 Queen Marie Antoinette with her Children in the Park of Trianon, 1785 (oil on canvas) by Wertmuller, Adolf Ulrich (1751-1811); 276x194 cm; Nationalmuseum, Stockholm

A romanov family portrait c, 1890, nicholas ll (standing left), grand duke sergei alexandrovich (sitting right) and his wife elisabeth fyodorovna (second fom left)

Tsar nicholas ll, on horseback holding an icon, during prayers before a battle at the front in world war i

Hot Pies, 1737, engraved by French School (18th century) (engraving)
XJF448246 Hot Pies, 1737, engraved by French School (18th century) (engraving) by Bouchardon, Edme(1698-1762) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petits Pates tout chauds; ); French

Meeting of Russian Peasant Elders in a Mirskoi Skhod (b / w photo)
XJF440656 Meeting of Russian Peasant Elders in a Mirskoi Skhod (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Game of Horse and Rider, c. 1775-80 (oil on canvas)
XOS1765705 A Game of Horse and Rider, c.1775-80 (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 115x87.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; (add.info.: ); French

The Artists Daughter, 1905 (oil on canvas)
BAL131927 The Artists Daughter, 1905 (oil on canvas) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930); 87.6x179.7 cm; Private Collection; Roy Miles Fine Paintings; Russian, out of copyright

Mean Collection, 1891 (oil on canvas)
BAL105692 Mean Collection, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Mrevlishvili, A. (19th century); 34x45 cm; Georgian State Picture Gallery, Tbilisi, Georgia; Russian, out of copyright

Russian emperor nicholas ll and his son alexei in tsarskoye selo, near petrograd in 1915, this photo was taken by empress alexandra fyodorovna

Tsarina alexandra fyodorovna (1872-1918)

Portrait of tsar nicholas ll of russia by b, m, koustodiev from the early 1900s

Barge haulers on the volga river in the early 1900 s

People demonstrating on the streets of moscow in october during the 1905 revolt

Grigory yefimovich rasputin (1872-1916), spiritual advisor to tsarina alexandra, assassinated in 1916 by members of the russian royal court, russia

A demonstration in nevsky prospekt (avenue) in st, petersburg, russia, october 1905

Grigori yefimovich rasputin (seated) with two russian officers, 1890s

St, isaac square and st, isaacs cathedral, st, petersburg, russia, 1911-1914

A demonstration demanding the release of political prisoners on tverskaya street in moscow during the 1905 revolt

A view of the village of kudymkar in northern russia in the late 1800s or early 1900s

Workers at the ivanovo textile mill, 1905

Striking workers of the putilov factory outside the gates of the plant in petersburg, russia during the 1905 revolt

A monk with his student at the kerzhensky monastery - a sect dissenting from orthodoxy, nizhni novgorod region of russia, 1897

A uzbekistan cotton processing factory before revolution, early 20th century

Peasants at well in samara region of russia before the revolution

Russian empress alexandra fedorovna, 1914

The town of novo-nikolayevsk which grew into the present industrial city of novosibirsk, siberia, russia, late 1800s or early 1900s

Monument to alexander lli in znamenskaya square in st, petersburg, russia, 1907

Students of university quay demostrate with red flags in petersburg in 1905

Hierarchs of the russian orthodox church and members of the holy synod who were the real power behind the russian throne, (late 1800s or early 1900s)

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"Unveiling the Pre-Revolutionary Era: A Glimpse into Russia's Turbulent Past" Step back in time to witness the tumultuous years leading up to the Russian Revolution. Explore captivating artworks and photographs that encapsulate the essence of pre-revolutionary Russia, offering a window into a society on the brink of change. "Bloody Sunday, 1905: The Cry for Justice" An oil on canvas masterpiece depicting the tragic events that unfolded when peaceful protesters were met with violence. This pivotal moment ignited widespread discontent and set in motion a chain of events that would shape history. "The Russian Royal Family, 1914: An Intimate Portrait" A black and white photograph capturing an intimate moment within the Romanov dynasty. Little did they know their fate was sealed as political tensions grew stronger by the day. "Red Sunday, 1905: The Fire Within" Another striking oil on canvas artwork showcasing workers' unrest and their determination to fight for better conditions. The flames of revolution began flickering amidst growing social inequality. "The Progress of Love: The Meeting, 1771-72 - A Tale Unfolds" Travel further back in time through this enchanting series of oil paintings illustrating love's journey. Amidst societal constraints, love blossoms against all odds – a timeless theme resonating even during times of upheaval. "Fashionable Woman, France, 18th Century: Elegance Amidst Chaos" Dive into opulence with this glimpse into French fashion during an era marked by political turmoil across Europe. Despite uncertainty looming over society, style remained steadfast as an expression of individuality. "Cymbal Player of the Royal Guard c. 1790 - Rhythm Amidst Discord" A vibrant lithograph capturing one musician's contribution to maintaining order amidst chaos. Music often served as both solace and rallying cry during uncertain times. "A Wedding Procession in Amiens.