Karasin Collection

The presentation of the Siberian Cossack regiment to Emperor Nicholas I... in 1833, 1891
The presentation of the Siberian Cossack regiment to Emperor Nicholas I Pavlovich in the Mikhailovsky Palace in 1833, 1891. Found in the Collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

The last defeat of the troops of Khan Kuchum. 1598, 1891. Found in the Collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

The defeat of the Pugachevs Troops near Troitsk, 1891. Creator: Karasin
The defeat of the Pugachevs Troops near Troitsk, 1891. Found in the Collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Fight with Pugachevs Troops, 1891. Creator: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Fight with Pugachevs Troops, 1891. Found in the Collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Entry of the captured family of Kuchum Khan into Moscow. 1599, 1891. Found in the Collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Orenburg 10th of May 1879 after the fire, 1879. Private Collection

The Battle at Makhram on August 22, 1875. Private Collection

The History of Trade, 1898. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
The History of Trade, 1898. Private Collection

The Ceremonial Entry of Alexander III in the Red Square (From the Coronation Album), 1883. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Snowstorm, 1901. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Snowstorm, 1901. Found in the collection of the State Regional I. Pozhalostin Art Museum, Ryasan

Ploughing the Field, 1899. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Ploughing the Field, 1899. From a private collection

Baba Yaga, 1889. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Baba Yaga, 1889. From a private collection

Sleeping Beauty, 1889. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Sleeping Beauty, 1889. From a private collection

In the Desert. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
In the Desert. Found in the collection of the Regional I. Kramskoi Art Museum, Voronezh

Icebreaker Yermak, 1898. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Icebreaker Yermak, 1898. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Perm

Horseman. Artist: Karasin, Nikolai Nikolayevich (1842-1908)
Horseman. From a private collection

Russian troops crossing the Amu Darya River, 1873 (1889). Artist: Nikolai Karasin
Russian troops crossing the Amu Darya River, 1873 (1889). In 1873 the Russian Army crossed the Amu Darya to invade the Central Asian Khanate of Khiva

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"Karasin: Capturing the Historical Moments of Triumph and Defeat" Step into the world of history through the captivating artworks of Nikolai Nikolayevich Karasin. With his brushstrokes, he immortalized significant events that shaped Russia's past. In 1833, Emperor Nicholas I witnessed a grand presentation by the Siberian Cossack regiment, an awe-inspiring display of loyalty and military prowess. Fast forward to 1598 when Khan Kuchum faced his last defeat at the hands of Russian troops. Karasin depicted this pivotal moment in history with meticulous detail, capturing both victory and its consequences. The defeat was revisited in 1891 as Karasin recreated the fierce battle between Pugachev's Troops near Troitsk – a testament to their unwavering determination. Nikolai Nikolayevich Karasin continued his exploration of historical conflicts with another depiction from 1891 - a fight against Pugachev's Troops. His artistry brought forth emotions felt on both sides during this intense struggle for power. Intriguingly, it also delved into non-military scenes such as the entry of Kuchum Khan's captured family into Moscow in 1599 and Orenburg after a devastating fire in 1879. These paintings offer glimpses into different aspects of society during those times – from triumphs to tragedies. Karasin showcased not only battles but also everyday life through his artwork. He portrayed ploughing fields in 1899, highlighting agriculture's importance within Russian society. Additionally, he captured snowstorms' harsh beauty in 1901 while exploring folklore with Baba Yaga's enigmatic presence in one painting from 1889. The artist didn't limit himself to historical events alone; he also documented ceremonial moments like Alexander III's entrance into Red Square as seen through his eyes in an album commemorating the monarch’s coronation in 1883.