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A Raid on a Settlement, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
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A Raid on a Settlement, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
Raid on a Settlement, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27) from an album relating to the history of the Siberian Cossacks held by the Rare Books Department of the Russian State Library in Moscow. The album was created as a gift for the future Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918, reigned 1895-1917), Most August Ataman of All Cossack Voiskos (Commander of all Cossack troops, a title bestowed by Nicholas I), and presented to him in the summer of 1891 on his return to Saint Petersburg through Siberia from a trip to the Russian Far East. The theme of the album is Cossack history east of the Ural Mountains, beginning with the victory of the Cossack hetman (or ataman) Ermak Timofeevich (died 1585) over Khan Kuchum in 1582 and continuing with subjects from more than three centuries of Russian history
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Attack Attacking Camel Camels Cossack Cossacks Ethnic Fear Frontier Karazin N N Karazin Nicholas Nicholaivich Karazin Nikolaj Nikolaevic Karazin Nikolay Nikolaevich N N Karazin Nicholas Nicholaivich Karazin Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin Raid Running Russian State Library Settlement Siberia Siberian Tent Tents Terror Yurt Meeting Of Frontiers Raiding Party
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This watercolor painting, titled "Raid on a Settlement," is a breathtaking creation by Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin from the late 19th century. The scene portrays a group of Cossacks, a historic ethnic group that played a significant role in the expansion of the Russian Empire, mounted on horses and camels, launching a surprise attack on a settlement during the cover of night. The fear in the faces of the settlers as they huddle together in their tents or flee in panic is palpable, while the raiders, with determination and focus, move in for the take. This artwork is one of 21 watercolors from an album presented to Tsar Nicholas II in 1891, during his return journey from a trip to the Russian Far East. The album, held by the Rare Books Department of the Russian State Library in Moscow, showcases the rich history of the Cossacks east of the Ural Mountains, starting from the victory of Ermak Timofeevich over Khan Kuchum in 1582. The painting masterfully captures the essence of the meeting of frontiers, the tension between the conquerors and the conquered, and the raw power of the Cossack raiding party. The use of watercolor techniques adds depth and texture to the image, making it a valuable addition to any collection of historic and heritage art. The scene is set against the backdrop of the vast Siberian landscape, with the yurts (tents) of the settlers and the campfires of the raiders providing a stark contrast to the stillness of the night. This painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Russia and the pivotal role the Cossacks played in its history. The image transports us back in time, allowing us to witness a moment in history that continues to shape the narrative of the Russian people.
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