Skavronska Collection

Peter the Greats First Interview with Catherine (Peter the Great sees Katherine for the first time), 1858. Private Collection

Katharina I, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Katharina I, (1933). Portrait of Empress Catherine I of Russia (1684-1727), second wife of Peter the Great. After a miniature by Charles Boit, after a painting by Nattier

Conclusion of the Coronation of Empress Catherine I on 6 May 1724, 1724. Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Peter the Great takes Menshikov Catherine away, 1833. Artist: Russian Master
Peter the Great takes Menshikov Catherine away, 1833. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Portrait of Countess Maria Pavlovna von Pahlen, nee Skavronskaya, c. 1810. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Countess Maria Pavlovna von Pahlen, nee Skavronskaya, c. 1810. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Peter the Great crowns his wife Catherine I as Empress, 1726. Artist: Picart, Bernard (1673?1733)
Peter the Great crowns his wife Catherine I as Empress, 1726. Found in the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of Ekaterina Pavlovna Bagration (1783-1857), nee Skavronska. Artist: Isabey, Jean-Baptiste (1767-1855)
Portrait of Ekaterina Pavlovna Bagration (1783-1857), nee Skavronska. Found in the collection of Musee de l Armee, Paris

Portrait of Countess Yekaterina Skavronskaya, nee von Engelhardt (1761-1829), 1796. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Great Sled of Catherine I Catherine I of Rusia (1684-1727)
Catherine I of Rusia (1684-1727). Second wife of Peter I of Russia, reigned as Empress of Russia from 1725-1727. Great Sled of Catherine I. Engraving 18th c. Colored

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"Skavronska: The Enigmatic Figure in Russian History" Skavronska, a name that echoes through the annals of Russian history, holds a captivating tale of power, love, and intrigue. From the Great Sled of Catherine I to Peter the Great's first encounter with this enigmatic figure, Skavronska's influence was undeniable. In 1684, Catherine I of Russia embarked on her reign as Empress. It was during this time that she commissioned the magnificent Great Sled - an opulent symbol of her authority and grandeur. This sled would forever be associated with Skavronska's legacy. Peter the Great himself had his fateful meeting with Catherine I when he laid eyes upon her for the first time. Their connection sparked an enduring love story that would shape Russia's destiny. As depicted in art from 1933 by an unknown creator, their initial encounter left an indelible mark on both their lives. The Coronation of Empress Catherine I on May 6th, 1724 marked a pivotal moment in history. With grace and dignity, she ascended to become one of Russia's most influential rulers. This event solidified Skavronska's place by her side as a trusted confidante and advisor. Countess Maria Pavlovna von Pahlen (nee Skavronskaya), portrayed in an anonymous artwork from around 1810, exemplifies Skavronska's allure and elegance. Her beauty captivated those around her while concealing secrets only whispered behind closed doors. Ekaterina Pavlovna Bagration (nee Skavronska) is another intriguing figure connected to this enigma called Skavronska. Jean-Baptiste Isabey immortalized Ekaterina in his portrait from 1783-1857; it captures not only her physical beauty but also hints at hidden depths within her soul.