Grand Duke Alexander Collection
"Grand Duke Alexander: A Regal Legacy" In this captivating collection of images, we catch a glimpse of the illustrious life and reign III
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"Grand Duke Alexander: A Regal Legacy" In this captivating collection of images, we catch a glimpse of the illustrious life and reign III. From the Seal of Alexander III, showcasing his authority as King of Scots in 1241-1286, to the Coronation Portrait captured by Kramskoi in Album du Couronnement du tsar Alexandre III de Russie (1845-1894), each picture tells a story. One striking image features Marie Sophie Frederikke Dagmar, later known as Empress Maria Feodorovna. This lithograph commemorates her late husband's memory - The Late Czar of Russia, In Memoriam. Together they formed a formidable couple that left an indelible mark on Russian history. The bond between brothers is evident in portraits capturing Grand Duke Alexander Alexandrovitch alongside his brother Vladimir Aleksandrovitch Romanov. These two figures played significant roles during their time - their influence shaping the destiny of Russia. Amidst political events like "Arbiters of Peace and War, " where Emperors from Russia, Austria, and Germany are depicted together in an engraving; there were also moments filled with celebration. The Russian colony's oath-taking ceremony to Tsar Alexander III in Paris' Russian chapel showcases unity and loyalty within the community. However, not all occasions were joyous; somber scenes such as "Funeral of Czar Alexander III" remind us that even great rulers meet their end eventually. Yet amidst grief lies hope for continuity as the Metropolitan Archbishop blesses the New Emperor in Moscow's Cathedral of St Michael the Archangel. Through these glimpses into his life and reign, it becomes clear that Grand Duke Alexander was more than just a ruler – he was an emblematic figure who commanded respect and admiration both at home and abroad. His legacy continues to inspire awe centuries later.