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History Of Russia Collection

The rich and captivating history of Russia spans centuries, encompassing remarkable events and influential figures

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Stephen Bathory at Pskov

Stephen Bathory at Pskov. Found in the Collection of Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Battle of Austerlitz on December 2, 1805. Artist: Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837)

The Battle of Austerlitz on December 2, 1805. Artist: Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon (1770-1837)
The Battle of Austerlitz on December 2, 1805. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Artist: Anonymous

Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Artist: Anonymous
Greek fire. Miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes, 11th-12th century. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Map of Russia in the 16th and 17th century, 1914

Map of Russia in the 16th and 17th century, 1914. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Statue of Anne of Kiev (Anna Jaroslawna) at the Royal Abbey of St. Vincent in Senlis

Statue of Anne of Kiev (Anna Jaroslawna) at the Royal Abbey of St. Vincent in Senlis. Found in the collection of Senlis, Oise, France

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Campaign to Chersonesos by Vladimir the Great, 1904

Campaign to Chersonesos by Vladimir the Great, 1904. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The War Loan (Poster), 1916. Artist: Vladimirov, Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947)

The War Loan (Poster), 1916. Artist: Vladimirov, Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947)
The War Loan (Poster), 1916. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Illustration to the The Tale Synko-Philipko, 1890s. Artist: Polenova, Elena Dmitryevna (1850-1898)

Illustration to the The Tale Synko-Philipko, 1890s. Artist: Polenova, Elena Dmitryevna (1850-1898)
Illustration to the The Tale Synko-Philipko, 1890s. Found in the collection of State V. Polenov Open-air Museum of History and Art, Polenovo

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1763. Artist: Rokotov, Fyodor Stepanovich (1735-1808)

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1763. Artist: Rokotov, Fyodor Stepanovich (1735-1808)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1763. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Apotheosis of Peters Military Glory, 1717. Artist: Pickaert, Pieter (ca 1670-1737)

The Apotheosis of Peters Military Glory, 1717. Artist: Pickaert, Pieter (ca 1670-1737)
The Apotheosis of Peters Military Glory, 1717. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Artist: Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935)

Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Artist: Zvorykin, Boris Vasilievich (1872-after 1935)
Boris Godunov and his Family, 1927. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Emperor Nicholas II (1868-1918), 1896. Artist: Repin, Ilya Yefimovich (1844-1930)

Portrait of Emperor Nicholas II (1868-1918), 1896. Artist: Repin, Ilya Yefimovich (1844-1930)
Portrait of Emperor Nicholas II (1868-1918), 1896. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827. Artist: Reinagle, George Philip (1802-1835)

The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827. Artist: Reinagle, George Philip (1802-1835)
The Naval Battle of Navarino on 20 October 1827. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Coronation of Emperor Nicholas II in the Assumption Cathedral, 1896. Artist: Serov

The Coronation of Emperor Nicholas II in the Assumption Cathedral, 1896. Artist: Serov
The Coronation of Emperor Nicholas II in the Assumption Cathedral, 1896. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Catherine II on the Balcony of the Winter Palace, Greeted by the Guards on the Day of the Palace

Catherine II on the Balcony of the Winter Palace, Greeted by the Guards on the Day of the Palace Revolution on June 28, 1762, Late 18th cent.. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Palm Sunday in the times of Ivan the Terrible, 1862. Creator: Timm

Palm Sunday in the times of Ivan the Terrible, 1862. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)
Palm Sunday in the times of Ivan the Terrible, 1862. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Assembly in the Time of Peter I, 1861. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)

The Assembly in the Time of Peter I, 1861. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)
The Assembly in the Time of Peter I, 1861. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)

Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)
Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: People's power in ancient Russia, 1918. Creator: Apsit, Alexander Petrowitsch (1880-1944)

People's power in ancient Russia, 1918. Creator: Apsit, Alexander Petrowitsch (1880-1944)
People's power in ancient Russia, 1918. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: White troops burn bread, 1919. Creator: Osinin, I. (active around 1919)

White troops burn bread, 1919. Creator: Osinin, I. (active around 1919)
White troops burn bread, 1919. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Only the Red Army will give us bread, 1919. Creator: Pomanski, Nikolai Nikolajewitsch (1887-1935)

Only the Red Army will give us bread, 1919. Creator: Pomanski, Nikolai Nikolajewitsch (1887-1935)
Only the Red Army will give us bread, 1919. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Give bread to the revolution!, 1920. Creator: Unknown artist

Give bread to the revolution!, 1920. Creator: Unknown artist
Give bread to the revolution!, 1920. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Emperor Nicholas II of Russia, Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna of Russia and Grand Duches..., 1896

Emperor Nicholas II of Russia, Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna of Russia and Grand Duches..., 1896. Creator: Anonymous
Emperor Nicholas II of Russia, Empress Alexandra Fyodorovna of Russia and Grand Duchess Olga Nikolaevna of Russia, 1896. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1880 to 1891, 1896. Creator: Anonymous

Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1880 to 1891, 1896. Creator: Anonymous
Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1880 to 1891, 1896. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1892 to 1896, 1896. Creator: Anonymous

Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1892 to 1896, 1896. Creator: Anonymous
Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1892 to 1896, 1896. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Virgin of Vladimir, 16th century. Creator: Russian icon

The Virgin of Vladimir, 16th century. Creator: Russian icon
The Virgin of Vladimir, 16th century. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Moscow - The beard control in front of the city gate, 1891. Creator: Urlaub

Moscow - The beard control in front of the city gate, 1891. Creator: Urlaub, Johann-Georg-Christian (1844-1914)
Moscow - The beard control in front of the city gate, 1891. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Battle of Chocim 1621, 1867. Creator: Brandt, Jozef (1841-1915)

The Battle of Chocim 1621, 1867. Creator: Brandt, Jozef (1841-1915)
The Battle of Chocim 1621, 1867. Found in the Collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Warschau.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796). Creator: Roslin, Alexander (1718-1793)

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796). Creator: Roslin, Alexander (1718-1793)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796). Found in the Collection of the Sinebrychoffin Taidemuseo, Helsinki.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1869 to 1875, 1896. Creator: Anonymous

Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1869 to 1875, 1896. Creator: Anonymous
Portraits of Emperor Nicholas II from the period from 1869 to 1875, 1896. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896 Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Creator: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Why were 10,000,000 men killed from 1914-1918?, 1929. Creator: Kotov

Why were 10,000,000 men killed from 1914-1918?, 1929. Creator: Kotov, Nikolai Grigoryevich (1889-1953)
Why were 10,000,000 men killed from 1914-1918?, 1929. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Stalin brought us up loyal to the people!, 1947. Artist: Golub, Pyotr Semyonovich (1913-1953)

Stalin brought us up loyal to the people!, 1947. Artist: Golub, Pyotr Semyonovich (1913-1953)
Stalin brought us up loyal to the people!, 1947. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: The Battle of the Sivash Sea (the Perekop-Chongar Operation) in 1920, 1927

The Battle of the Sivash Sea (the Perekop-Chongar Operation) in 1920, 1927. Creator: Kotov, Pyotr Ivanovich (1889-1953)
The Battle of the Sivash Sea (the Perekop-Chongar Operation) in 1920, 1927. Private Collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Artist: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)

Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. Artist: Bakmanson, Hugo Karlovich (1860-1953)
Equestrian Portrait of Nicholas II of Russia, 1896. From a private collection.

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Prince Wladyslaw Vasa (1595-1648), c.1605. Creator: Anonymous

Portrait of Prince Wladyslaw Vasa (1595-1648), c.1605. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Prince Wladyslaw Vasa (1595-1648), c.1605. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of King Wladyslaw IV Vasa of Poland (1595-1648), 1782-1783

Portrait of King Wladyslaw IV Vasa of Poland (1595-1648), 1782-1783. Creator: Bacciarelli, Marcello (1731-1818)
Portrait of King Wladyslaw IV Vasa of Poland (1595-1648), 1782-1783. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1782-1783. Creator: Albertrandi, Antoni (1732-1795)

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1782-1783. Creator: Albertrandi, Antoni (1732-1795)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1782-1783. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Teatro della Guerra presente tra la Russia e la Porta Ottomana, 1788

Teatro della Guerra presente tra la Russia e la Porta Ottomana, 1788. Creator: Zatta, Antonio (active 1757-1797)
Teatro della Guerra presente tra la Russia e la Porta Ottomana, 1788. Private Collection

Background imageHistory Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Duchess Maria Feodorovna (Sophie Dorothea of Württemberg) (1759-1828)

Portrait of Duchess Maria Feodorovna (Sophie Dorothea of Württemberg) (1759-1828)
Portrait of Duchess Maria Feodorovna (Sophie Dorothea of Wurttemberg) (1759-1828). Private Collection



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The rich and captivating history of Russia spans centuries, encompassing remarkable events and influential figures. One such figure was Stephen Bathory, who left an indelible mark on Russian history during his time as the ruler of Pskov. Another significant event was the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805, immortalized by artist Gerard François Pascal Simon. This battle showcased Russia's involvement in European conflicts. Greek fire, a fearsome weapon used by the Byzantines, is depicted in a mesmerizing miniature from the Madrid Skylitzes dating back to the 11th-12th century. The image captures the destructive power that this ancient incendiary substance possessed. During World War I, Russia faced economic challenges and resorted to war loans for financial support. Ivan Alexeyevich Vladimirov's poster from 1916 symbolizes this crucial moment when patriotism and financial aid merged. Elena Dmitryevna Polenova's illustration to "The Tale Synko-Philipko" transports us into a whimsical world filled with folklore and imagination. It serves as a reminder of Russia's rich literary heritage. The Naval Battle of Navarino in 1827 marked an important turning point for Greece's struggle for independence against Ottoman rule. George Philip Reinagle captured this historic clash between naval powers with great detail and skill. Pieter Pickaert's painting "The Apotheosis of Peter’s Military Glory" pays homage to Tsar Peter the Great, whose military reforms transformed Russia into a formidable force on both land and sea. Vladimir the Great embarked on campaigns that expanded Kievan Rus' influence beyond its borders; these exploits are vividly portrayed in artwork from 1904 that depicts Chersonesos being conquered under his leadership. Empress Catherine II (Catherine the Great) ruled over one of Russia's most prosperous periods.