Alexander Ii Collection (#4)

The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881, 1881. Private Collection

Portrait of Princess Olga Alexandrovna Yurievskaya (1873-1925), 1910s. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Princess Olga Alexandrovna Yurievskaya (1873-1925), 1910s. Private Collection

The Emancipation Manifesto of 3 March 1861. Found in the Collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

The Reading the Emancipation Manifesto of 1861, Third Quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Armour-bearer of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Armour-bearer of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Private Collection

Alexander II Proclaiming the Emancipation of the Serfs. Private Collection

The Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich on a Bear hunt on the Outskirts a Moscow, 1843. Artist: Grashof, Otto (1812-1876)
The Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich on a Bear hunt on the Outskirts a Moscow, 1843. Private Collection

Ball in the Hall of the Russian Assembly of Nobility on the occasion of the coronation of Emperor Al Artist: Zichy
Ball in the Hall of the Russian Assembly of Nobility on the occasion of the coronation of Emperor Alexander II, 1856. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Saint George Standard of the Cavalry at the Time of Alexander II, 1872. Artist: Flags, Banners and Standards
Saint George Standard of the Cavalry at the Time of Alexander II, 1872. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s. Artist: Tyurin, Ivan Alexeevich (1824-1904)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881. Artist: Anonymous
The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881. Private Collection

Map of Petersburg. Artist: Anonymous master
Map of Petersburg. Private Collection

Osip Komissarov (1838-1892) Artist: Anonymous
Osip Komissarov (1838-1892). Private Collection

Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1867. Artist: Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-1889)
Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1867. From a private collection

Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1854-1862. Artist: Jebens, Adolf (1819-1888)
Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1854-1862. From a private collection

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1840s. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1840s. From a private collection

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1862. Artist: Reichert, Fyodor Martynovich (?-1881)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1862. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Study of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1869. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Bedchamber of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1859. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Dressing Room of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1857. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

An explosion that destroyed the Tsars Alexander II freight car, November 1979, 1880. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Portrait of Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880), Empress of Russia. Artist: Makarov, Ivan Kosmich (1822-1897)
Portrait of Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880), Empress of Russia. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Dagestan Republic, Makhatchkala

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Valet Room of Emperor Alexander II, 1874. Artist: Hau, Eduard (1807-1887)
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Valet Room of Emperor Alexander II, 1874. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Guardroom, 1864. Artist: Hau, Eduard (1807-1887)
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Guardroom, 1864. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Raspberry Study of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1860s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Study of Emperor Alexander II, 1857. Artist: Hau, Eduard (1807-1887)
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Study of Emperor Alexander II, 1857. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Fifth Reserved Apartment. The Drawing-Room of Grand Princess Maria Alexandrovna, 1874. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Boudoir of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1861. Artist: Hau, Eduard (1807-1887)
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Boudoir of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1861. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Bathroom of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1850s. Artist: Hau, Eduard (1807-1887)
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Bathroom of Empress Maria Alexandrovna, 1850s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s-1870s. Artist: Borel, Pyotr Fyodorovich (1829-1898)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s-1870s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Announcement of the Serfs Emancipation Manifesto in the Dormition Cathedral on March 5, 1861, 1861. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Emperor Alexander II. Artist: Vrubel, Mikhail Alexandrovich (1856-1910)
Emperor Alexander II. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Alexander II, Tsar of Russia, (1900). Alexander (1818-1881) was Emperor of Russia from 1855. Known as The Liberator, he emancipated Russias serfs in 1861

Alexander II, King of Scotland. Artist: Hall
Alexander II, King of Scotland. The son of William the Lion and Ermengarde of Beaumont, Alexander II (1198-1249) ascended the throne of Scotland in 1214

Alexander II, Tsar of Russia, 19th century. Alexander (1818-1881) was Tsar of Russia from 1855. Known as The Liberator, Alexander emancipated Russias serfs in 1861

Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Billiard Room of Emperor Alexander II, Mid of the 19th cen Artist: Hau
Interiors of the Winter Palace. The Billiard Room of Emperor Alexander II, Mid of the 19th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II of Russia (1818-1881), 1860s
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II of Russia (1818-1881)

Princess Ekaterina Mikhailovna Dolgorukova (1847-1922), 1870s-1880s
Princess Ekaterina Mikhailovna Dolgorukova (1847-1922)

Picture of the Russian Imperial regalia, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Public festivities following the coronation of Tsar Alexander II, Khodynka Field, Moscow, 1856. Artist: Mihaly Zichy
Public festivities following the coronation of Tsar Alexander II, Khodynka Field, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Procession after the coronation of Tsar Alexander II of Russia, Moscow, 1856. Artist: Jean Sorieul
Procession after the coronation of Tsar Alexander II of Russia, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Homage from the Imperial Family to Tsar Alexander II, Moscow, 1856. Artist: Mihaly Zichy
Homage from the Imperial Family to Tsar Alexander II, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Coronation fireworks in Moscow, 1856. Artist: Pharamond Blanchard
Coronation fireworks in Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Triumphal entry of their Majesties Alexander II and Maria Alexandrovna into Moscow, 1856. Artist: Mihaly Zichy
Triumphal entry of their Majesties Alexander II and Maria Alexandrovna into Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Coronation banquet for the envoys in the Golden Hall of the Great Kremlin Palace, Moscow, 1856. Artist: Mihaly Zichy
Coronation banquet for the envoys in the Golden Hall of the Great Kremlin Palace, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Coronation banquet in the hall of the Palace of the Facets in the Moscow Kremlin, 1856. Artist: Georg Wilhelm Timm
Coronation banquet in the hall of the Palace of the Facets in the Moscow Kremlin, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

The Metropolitan genuflects at the coronation ceremony of Tsar Alexander II, Moscow, 1856. Artist: Georg Wilhelm Timm
The Metropolitan genuflects at the coronation ceremony of Tsar Alexander II, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

Homage of Cossack officers in the Throne Hall, coronation of Tsar Alexander II, Moscow, 1856. The coronation of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) and Empress Maria Alexandrovna (1824-1880)

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"Alexander II: A Visionary Leader and Catalyst for Change" Explore the captivating life of Alexander II, a prominent figure in Russian history whose reign witnessed significant transformations. From his birth as Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich to his enduring legacy, this caption delves into key moments that shaped his rule. Immerse yourself in the splendor of Eilean Donan Castle, a symbol of Scottish heritage where young Alexander Nikolayevich's portrait by Stieler captures his regal presence. Adorned with the uniform of a Junker from the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, painted by Belousov, we glimpse at his early military pursuits. As we journey through time, envision Scotland's Wester Ross region welcoming visitors with a vibrant rainbow at Eilean Donan Castle - an enchanting sight reminiscent of hope and resilience that would come to define Alexander II's reign. Witness "The Avenger, " an allegorical war map depicting 1877 events anonymously. It serves as a reminder of Russia's tumultuous past and sets the stage for Crown Prince Alexander Nikolayevich's portrait - showcasing him as heir apparent during these challenging times. Marvel at historic helmets showcased in Francis Grose's Military Antiquities illustration - symbols representing power and authority wielded by kings and barons throughout English history. These artifacts reflect both tradition and change which characterized Emperor Alexander II’s transformative era. Travel back to The Crimean War when Emperor Alexander II reviewed his army at Sebastopol - an indelible moment highlighting his commitment to modernize Russia’s military forces. Witness him donning the resplendent gala uniform of the Life Guard Cavalry Regiment in 1856 – epitomizing grandeur befitting imperial stature. One cannot overlook one of Alexander II’s most pivotal achievements: The Emancipation of Serfs in 1861. This groundbreaking reform liberated millions from serfdom, marking a significant step towards social progress and equality.