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Catherine Ii / Hopwood
CATHERINE THE GREAT Empress of Russia 1762-96 Date: 1729 - 1796
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1729 1762 1796 Catherine Empress Hopwood
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This portrait captures the regal presence of Catherine II, also known as Catherine the Great, who ruled as Empress of Russia from 1762 until her death in 1796. Born in Prussia in 1729, she rose to power through a strategic marriage to the heir to the Russian throne, Peter III. Following her husband's assassination, Catherine seized the opportunity to seize the throne for herself, marking the beginning of her remarkable reign. Catherine II was a woman of immense intellect, wit, and ambition. She was fluent in several languages, an avid reader, and a patron of the arts and sciences. Her reign was marked by significant territorial expansion, cultural enlightenment, and political and social reforms. Catherine II is also known for her personal life, particularly her many lovers, which included Grigory Potemkin, whom she elevated to the position of her favorite and made a powerful ally. This portrait, which dates from Catherine II's later years, showcases her striking features, including her piercing blue eyes, high cheekbones, and the elegant coiffure of the time. The empress is depicted in a sumptuous robe, adorned with the Order of St. Catherine, which she had founded herself in 1782. The portrait exudes an aura of power, sophistication, and authority, reflecting Catherine II's enduring legacy as one of Russia's most influential and beloved monarchs.
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