Sviatoslav I Collection

Portraits of medieval Russian rulers: Yaroslav the Wise 6, Sviatoslav I 7, Sviatopolk I 8, Vladimir II Monomakh 9
FLO4624722 Portraits of medieval Russian rulers: Yaroslav the Wise 6, Sviatoslav I 7, Sviatopolk I 8, Vladimir II Monomakh 9, Yuri I 10, Ivan II the Fair 11

1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)
1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico? by Giulio Ferrario), 1831. From a private collection

Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14
6203792 Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)

Meeting of Svyatoslav I with Emperor John Tzimiskes, 1903. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Grand Prince Sviatoslav I Igorevich (from the Historical Medal Series), 1727. Artist: Numismatic, Russian coins
Grand Prince Sviatoslav I Igorevich (from the Historical Medal Series), 1727. Private Collection

Sviatoslav I on the road to Constantinople in 970. Artist: Lanceray, Evgeny Alexandrovich (1848-1886)
Sviatoslav I on the road to Constantinople in 970. Private Collection

The Battle of Arcadiopolis in 970 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
The Battle of Arcadiopolis in 970 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The heroic deed of a young Man in Kiev in 968 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The Death of Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev. 972 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The heroic deed of a young Man in Kiev in the year 968. Artist: Ivanov, Andrei Ivanovich (1775-1848)
The heroic deed of a young Man in Kiev in the year 968. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Pursuit of Sviatoslavs warriors by the Byzantine army (Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes), 11th-1 Artist: Anonymous
Pursuit of Sviatoslavs warriors by the Byzantine army (Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes), 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

The heroic deed of a young Man in Kiev in the year 968, 1810. Artist: Ivanov, Andrei Ivanovich (1775-1848)
The heroic deed of a young Man in Kiev in the year 968, 1810. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The garment of Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev, 1877. Artist: Strekalov, Stepan Stepanovich (1813-1893)
The garment of Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev, 1877. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

Emperor John I Tzimiskes meeting with Ambassadors of Sviatoslav I of Kiev (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St

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Sviatoslav I, also known as Sviatoslav Igorevich, was a prominent figure in Russian history. He belonged to the Rurik dynasty and was the son of Igor of Kiev and Olga. Born in 942, he would later become one of the most influential rulers of Kievan Rus. Sviatoslav's reign was marked by his military prowess and expansionist ambitions. He embarked on numerous campaigns, including a legendary journey to Constantinople in 970. This event is depicted in various artworks such as "Sviatoslav I on the road to Constantinople" by Evgeny Alexandrovich Lanceray. One notable encounter during his reign was with Emperor John Tzimiskes, which is portrayed in the painting "Meeting of Svyatoslav I with Emperor John Tzimiskes. " This meeting showcased Sviatoslav's diplomatic skills alongside his military might. Despite being primarily remembered for his military achievements, Sviatoslav faced challenges within his realm as well. The death of Grand Prince Sviatoslav I is depicted poignantly in Boris Artemyevich Chorikov's artwork titled "The Death of Grand Prince Sviatoslav I of Kiev. " Throughout history, artists have captured different aspects of this enigmatic ruler's life and legacy. From portraits like Luigi Giarre's depiction from Il costume antico to numismatic representations like the Historical Medal Series featuring him as its subject matter. Sviatoslav I left an indelible mark on Russian history through his military conquests and political endeavors. His reign paved the way for future leaders like Vladimir the Great and Ivan IV (Ivan the Terrible), shaping Russia into what it is today.