Tataro Mongol Yoke In Russia Collection

Prince Alexander Nevsky begging Batu Khan for mercy for Russia, End of 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Prince Alexander Nevsky begging Batu Khan for mercy for Russia, End of 19th century. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The Baskaks, 1909. Artist: Ivanov, Sergei Vasilyevich (1864-1910)
The Baskaks, 1909. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Mongols under the walls of Vladimir, 1910. Found in the Collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Saint Anna of Kashin, 19th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saint Anna of Kashin, 19th century. Private Collection

The Victory of of Grand Prince Mikhail over Tatars, 1318 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The quarrel between the Russian princes before the Khans ambassador in 1296 (From Illustrated Kara Artist: Chorikov)
The quarrel between the Russian princes before the Khans ambassador in 1296 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Grand Prince Alexander Mikhailovich in Pskov. 1329 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The end of the Tatar-Mongol yoke in Russia. 1480 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The Russian princes rejects the offer of the Ambassador of Batu Khan. 1237 (From Illustrated Karamz Artist: Chorikov)
The Russian princes rejects the offer of the Ambassador of Batu Khan. 1237 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Tver Uprising of 1327 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Tver Uprising of 1327 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Saints Bishop Arsenius of Tver and Prince Michael of Tver, 1802. Artist: Russian icon
Saints Bishop Arsenius of Tver and Prince Michael of Tver, 1802. From a private collection

Grand Prince Mikhail Yaroslavich (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

Grand Prince Alexander Mikhailovich (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Grand Prince Alexander Mikhailovich (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

Saint Prince Michael of Chernigov, 1885-1896. Artist: Vasnetsov, Viktor Mikhaylovich (1848-1926)
Saint Prince Michael of Chernigov, 1885-1896. Found in the collection of the St Vladimirs Cathedral, Kiev

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

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"The Tataro-Mongol Yoke in Russia: A Historical Struggle for Freedom" In the 13th century, Prince Alexander Nevsky found himself at the mercy of Batu Khan, leader of the Mongol Empire. With great humility and courage, he begged for mercy on behalf of his beloved Russia. This poignant moment captured by an anonymous artist marks a turning point in Russian history. Fast forward to the end of the 19th century when Ivanov's masterpiece "The Baskaks" depicted the harsh reality faced by Russians under Tataro-Mongol rule. The painting serves as a reminder of their struggle and resilience against foreign oppression. Another powerful artwork from 1910 portrays Mongols besieging Vladimir, showcasing their relentless pursuit to maintain control over Russian lands. However, amidst this turmoil emerged figures like Saint Anna of Kashin, whose faith inspired hope and unity among her people during these challenging times. Boris Artemyevich Chorikov's illustrations shed light on key moments throughout this period. From Grand Prince Mikhail's victory over the Tatars in 1318 to the quarrel between Russian princes before Khan's ambassador in 1296, these images depict both internal conflicts and resistance against external forces. Chorikov also captures Grand Prince Alexander Mikhailovich's presence in Pskov in 1329—a symbol of leadership and defiance against Mongol dominance. Finally, his depiction of the end of the Tataro-Mongol yoke in Russia showcases a triumphant moment that forever changed Russian history. Noteworthy events such as the rejection of Batu Khan's offer by Russian princes in 1237 or the Tver Uprising led by courageous individuals like Saints Bishop Arsenius and Prince Michael further highlight acts of bravery against oppressive rulers. Throughout centuries-long struggles under foreign domination, artists like Johann Balthasar Gass immortalized heroes like Grand Prince Mikhail Yaroslavich, whose actions and sacrifices paved the way for a brighter future.