Knyazhna Collection

Boyarynya at the Spinning Wheel. Creator: Miloradovich, Sergei Dmitrievich (1851-1943)
Boyarynya at the Spinning Wheel. Private Collection

Coquette, 1885. Creator: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Coquette, 1885. Private Collection

Blind Mans Bluff. Creator: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Blind Mans Bluff. Private Collection

The Kiss Ceremony. Boyar Morozov, his Wife Yelena and Prince Serebrenni, 1882. Private Collection

Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich Choosing a Bride, 1886. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich Choosing a Bride, 1886. Found in the collection of Museo de Arte de Ponce

Boyars Wife. Artist: Lebedev, Klavdi Vasilyevich (1852-1916)
Boyars Wife. Private Collection

Grand Princess Sofia pulls the golden belt from Prince Vasili the Cross-Eyed (From Illustrated Kara Artist: Chorikov)
Grand Princess Sofia pulls the golden belt from Prince Vasili the Cross-Eyed (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Boyars welcome (Prince Serebrenni visiting Boyar Morozov), 1865. Artist: Schwarz, Vyacheslav Grigoryevich (1838-1869)
Boyars welcome (Prince Serebrenni visiting Boyar Morozov), 1865. Found in the collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Clothing of the unmarried Boyars daughters at the Time of Peter I (From the series Clothing of the Artist: Solntsev)
Clothing of the unmarried Boyars daughters at the Time of Peter I (From the series Clothing of the Russian state), 1851. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Boyars Wife, 1884. Artist: Vasnetsov, Viktor Mikhaylovich (1848-1926)
Boyars Wife, 1884. Found in the collection of the Regional A. and V. Vasnetsov Art Museum, Kirov

Woman from Kursk in traditional Russian clothing, 1871. Artist: Sedov, Grigori Semyonovich (1836-1884)
Woman from Kursk in traditional Russian clothing, 1871. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich Choosing a Bride, 1882. Artist: Sedov, Grigori Semyonovich (1836-1884)
Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich Choosing a Bride, 1882. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Boyars Wife (Detail), 1899. Artist: Ryabushkin, Andrei Petrovich (1861-1904)
Boyars Wife (Detail), 1899. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum, Yekaterinburg

Conversation, 1909. Artist: Pelevin, Ivan Andreyevich (1840-1917)
Conversation, 1909. From a private collection

Boyars Wife, 1901. Artist: Nevrev, Nikolai Vasilyevich (1830-1904)
Boyars Wife, 1901. Found in the collection of the Regional I. Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh

Scene from everyday life of the 17th century, Mid of the 19th cen Artist: Nevrev, Nikolai Vasilyevich (1830-1904)
Scene from everyday life of the 17th century, Mid of the 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Nizhny Tagil

Girl in Traditional Dress. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Girl in Traditional Dress. From a private collection

Boyars Wife, 1880. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Boyars Wife, 1880. Found in the collection of the National Art Museum of Belorussian Republik, Minsk

The Boyar Woman, 1890. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
The Boyar Woman, 1890. From a private collection

Tsarevnas dwelling, 1878. Artist: Klodt, Mikhail Petrovich, Baron (1835-1914)
Tsarevnas dwelling, 1878. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Perm

The Girl in the Red Fur Coat, 1903-1906. Artist: Ivanov, Sergei Vasilyevich (1864-1910)
The Girl in the Red Fur Coat, 1903-1906. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Natalia Fyodorovna Matveyeva, 1908. Artist: Surikov, Vasili Ivanovich (1848-1916)
Portrait of Natalia Fyodorovna Matveyeva, 1908. From a private collection

Boyars Wife. Artist: Surikov, Vasili Ivanovich (1848-1916)
Boyars Wife. From a private collection

Seventeenth-Century Moscow Street on a Public Holiday, 1895. Artist: Ryabushkin, Andrei Petrovich (1861-1904)
Seventeenth-Century Moscow Street on a Public Holiday, 1895. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Grandma with Kids (Grandmothers Fairy Tale), 1882. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Grandma with Kids (Grandmothers Fairy Tale), 1882. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Pavlovsk Palace, St. Petersburg

Boyars Wife, 1890s. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Boyars Wife, 1890s. From a private collection

Boyars Wife, 1880s. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Boyars Wife, 1880s. From a private collection

Boyars Wife. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
Boyars Wife. Private Collection

Moscow Street in the 16th century, 1938. Artist: Bilibin, Ivan Yakovlevich (1876-1942)
Moscow Street in the 16th century, 1938. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Noble woman of Moscow. From the Frauentrachtenbuch (Frankfurt, 1586), 1586. Artist: Amman, Jost (1539-1591)
Noble woman of Moscow. From the Frauentrachtenbuch (Frankfurt, 1586), 1586. From a private collection

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"Exploring the World of Knyazhna: A Glimpse into Russian History and Tradition" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of "knyazhna, " a term that refers to noblewomen or princesses in old Russia. Through a series of remarkable artworks, we are transported to an era filled with intrigue, romance, and cultural richness. In Konstantin Makovsky's masterpiece "Blind Mans Bluff, " we witness the playful innocence of knyazhnas as they engage in traditional games. The vibrant colors and meticulous details bring this scene to life, capturing the essence of joyous moments shared by these noble ladies. Another enchanting artwork is "The Kiss Ceremony" by Makovsky, depicting Boyar Morozov, his wife Yelena, and Prince Serebrenni. This painting unveils a ceremonial tradition where love intertwines with social hierarchy. It serves as a reminder that even within aristocratic circles, emotions can shape destinies. Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich takes center stage in two breathtaking pieces: "Choosing a Bride" by Makovsky and Grigori Sedov's interpretation from 1882. These paintings offer glimpses into the intricate process behind royal matchmaking while showcasing the opulent attire worn by both tsars and potential brides. Lebedev's portrayal of a Boyar's Wife captures her elegance amidst lavish surroundings. Her regal presence speaks volumes about the importance placed on nobility during this period—a symbol not only of wealth but also power. In Boris Chorikov's illustration from Illustrated Kara Artist titled "Grand Princess Sofia pulls the golden belt from Prince Vasili the Cross-Eyed, " we witness an amusing anecdote that highlights both humor and wit within noble circles—an unexpected twist among serious matters. Schwarz's depiction of Prince Serebrenni visiting Boyar Morozov showcases hospitality and camaraderie among the boyars.