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Fine Art Print : The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. Artist: Vasily Vereshchagin
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The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. Artist: Vasily Vereshchagin
The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891. The Trinity Lavra of St Sergius was founded in Sergiyev Posad (Zagorsk), Russia, in 1345 by St Sergius of Radonezh. The monastery is one of the most important spiritual centres of the Russian Orthodox Church. It withstood a Polish-Lithuanian siege for 16 months in 1608-1610 during the Polish-Muscovite War. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St Petersburg
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Besieged Church Tower Clergy Clergyman Cleric Dome Endurance Hardship Monastery Monk Monks Onion Dome Patriotic Patriotism Polish Muscovite War Priest Resistance Rossiya Russian Orthodox Sergiyev Posad Siege Trinity Lavra Of St Sergius Vasili Vasilyevich Vereshchagin Vasily Vasily Vereshchagin Vereschagin Vereshchagin Zagorsk
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history of Russia with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891' by renowned artist Vasily Vereshchagin from Heritage Images. Witness the dramatic events of this pivotal moment in Russian history as the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, a historic Orthodox monastery in Sergiev Posad, comes under siege. This stunning work of art captures the essence of the past, transporting you back in time. Add this masterpiece to your home or office to inspire and intrigue, and make a bold statement about your appreciation for history and culture.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 32.9cm (21" x 13")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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The Siege of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad, 1891
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is a captivating print that captures a significant moment in Russian history. Painted by Vasily Vereshchagin, this artwork depicts the famous Trinity Lavra of St Sergius during its enduring resistance against a Polish-Lithuanian siege. The Trinity Lavra of St Sergius, founded in 1345 by St Sergius of Radonezh, holds immense spiritual importance within the Russian Orthodox Church. This monastery stood strong for 16 months during the Polish-Muscovite War from 1608 to 1610. Vereshchagin's painting beautifully portrays the architectural grandeur and religious significance of this iconic landmark. The image showcases an array of emotions - patriotism, resilience, and faith - as monks and clergy members gather together to defend their sacred grounds. The onion domes rise majestically above the besieged church tower, symbolizing both endurance and Christian devotion amidst hardship. Vereshchagin's use of color brings life to this historical scene while capturing every intricate detail with remarkable precision. As we gaze upon this masterpiece from the State Russian Museum collection in St Petersburg, we are transported back to the seventeenth century when Russia faced external threats but remained unwaveringly united under its religious beliefs. This print serves as a powerful reminder not only of Russia's rich heritage but also of humanity's ability to overcome adversity through unity and unwavering determination. It stands as a testament to our shared history and inspires us to cherish our cultural treasures for generations to come.
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