Snipes Field Collection

Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Artist: Jacobi, Mavriki Petrovich (1906-1938)
Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Private Collection

Dmitry Donskoy on the Snipes Field, 1805. Creator: Kiprensky, Orest Adamovich (1782-1836)
Dmitry Donskoy on the Snipes Field, 1805. Found in the Collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Olgerd of Lithuania, Between 1833 and 1839. Found in the collection of Biblioteka Narodowa, Warszawa

Saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn and Sergius of Radonezh, 15th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn and Sergius of Radonezh, 15th century. Found in the collection of State Open-air Museum of History and Architecture Novgorodian Kremlin, Novgorod

The Apparition of Our Lady to Saint Sergius of Radonezh, 19th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Apparition of Our Lady to Saint Sergius of Radonezh, 19th century. Private Collection

Dmitry Donskoy approves a new order of succession, 1389 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The Battle of Kulikovo on September 8, 1380. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Religious History, St Petersburg

Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

The Battle of Kulikovo (From the Illuminated life of St. Sergius of Radonezh), End of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Eudoxia of Moscow (Study for frescos in the St Vladimirs Cathedral of Kiev), 1884-1889. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

On the Snipes Field. Artist: Ryabushkin, Andrei Petrovich (1861-1904)
On the Snipes Field. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Republic of Kalmykia, Elista

Saint Sergius of Radonezh. Artist: Nesterov, Mikhail Vasilyevich (1862-1942)
Saint Sergius of Radonezh. From a private collection

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"Unveiling the Historical Tapestry: Snipes Field through Art" Step into the realm of history as we explore the captivating Snipes Field, a site that witnessed significant events and heroic figures throughout centuries. From Dmitry Donskoy's presence in 1805 to Olgerd of Lithuania's reign between 1833 and 1839, this field holds tales of power and valor. Immerse yourself in spirituality with Russian icons depicting Saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn, Sergius of Radonezh, and even Our Lady's apparition to Saint Sergius. These artworks from different eras transport us to a time when faith played an integral role in people's lives. The Battle of Kulikovo stands out as one of the most pivotal moments on Snipes Field. Witness Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy leading his troops against Temir-murza in single combat while Peresvet fights valiantly beside him. The battle itself is immortalized by artists like Jacobi and Ancient Russian Art, showcasing their interpretation of this historic clash. Through artistry spanning centuries, we encounter various depictions capturing key figures such as Eudoxia of Moscow or Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy himself. Viktor Mikhaylovich Vasnetsov's frescos in St Vladimirs Cathedral offer a glimpse into Eudoxia's life while anonymous artists bring forth Dmitry Donskoy from the pages of historical medals. As we delve deeper into artistic renditions inspired by Snipes Field, Andrei Petrovich Ryabushkin takes us on a visual journey with his work "On the Snipes Field. " This painting allows us to imagine what it might have been like standing amidst its vastness during those fateful times. Lastly, let us not forget Saint Sergius of Radonezh – an influential figure who left an indelible mark on Snipes Field.