Mamai Collection

An intermission between sessions at the 22nd Congress o?
An intermission between sessions at the 22nd Congress of the Soviet Communist Party in the Kremlin Congress palace. From left: Major Herman Titov, V. Gaganova, N. Mamai, Major Yuri Gagarin and E

Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Artist: Jacobi, Mavriki Petrovich (1906-1938)
Single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the Kulikovo Field in 1380. Private Collection

Dmitry Donskoy on the Snipes Field, 1805. Creator: Kiprensky, Orest Adamovich (1782-1836)
Dmitry Donskoy on the Snipes Field, 1805. Found in the Collection of State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn and Sergius of Radonezh, 15th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn and Sergius of Radonezh, 15th century. Found in the collection of State Open-air Museum of History and Architecture Novgorodian Kremlin, Novgorod

The Apparition of Our Lady to Saint Sergius of Radonezh, 19th century. Artist: Russian icon
The Apparition of Our Lady to Saint Sergius of Radonezh, 19th century. Private Collection

Dmitry Donskoy approves a new order of succession, 1389 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Cossack Mamay. Artist: Anonymous
Cossack Mamay. Found in the collection of Ivan Honchar Museum Kiev

The Battle of Kulikovo on September 8, 1380. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Religious History, St Petersburg

Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. Artist: Anonymous
Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy (from the Historical Medal Series), 18th century. From a private collection

The Battle of Kulikovo (From the Illuminated life of St. Sergius of Radonezh), End of 17th cen.. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

Eudoxia of Moscow (Study for frescos in the St Vladimirs Cathedral of Kiev), 1884-1889. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

A Battle. A scene from Russian history, 1900-1910. Artist: Shavrin, Fyodor Vladimirovich (1880-1915)
A Battle. A scene from Russian history, 1900-1910. From a private collection

On the Snipes Field. Artist: Ryabushkin, Andrei Petrovich (1861-1904)
On the Snipes Field. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Republic of Kalmykia, Elista

Saint Sergius of Radonezh. Artist: Nesterov, Mikhail Vasilyevich (1862-1942)
Saint Sergius of Radonezh. From a private collection

BATTLE OF KULIKOVO, 1380. Russian forces led by Prince Vladimir the Bold attacking the Tatar army led by Mamai during the Battle of Kulikovo, 1380

RUSSIAN TROOPS, 1380. Prince Dmitry Donskoy and his cousin, Vladimir the Bold, reviewing troops before the Battle of Kulikovo against the Tatars, 1380

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"Mamai: A Glimpse into Russian History and Legends" Step back in time to the 22nd Congress, where an intermission between sessions allowed attendees to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Mamai. This legendary figure takes center stage as we witness the single combat of Peresvet and Temir-murza on the historic Kulikovo Field in 1380, beautifully captured by artist Jacobi. As our journey continues, we find ourselves amidst Dmitry Donskoy's presence on the Snipes Field in 1805. Orest Adamovich Kiprensky's masterpiece brings this momentous event to life, showcasing the grandeur and determination of a true leader. The saints Chariton the Confessor, Barlaam of Khutyn, and Sergius of Radonezh grace us with their divine presence through a mesmerizing 15th-century Russian icon. Their spiritual significance resonates throughout history. In another remarkable depiction from a Russian icon, we witness Our Lady's apparition to Saint Sergius of Radonezh during the 19th century. The ethereal beauty portrayed by this artwork transports us into a realm where faith intertwines with miracles. Dmitry Donskoy once again commands our attention as he approves a new order of succession in 1389. Boris Artemyevich Chorikov masterfully captures this pivotal moment from Illustrated Karamzin, allowing us to glimpse into Russia's political landscape at that time. An anonymous artist unveils Cossack Mamay - an enigmatic character whose image sparks curiosity about his role within Russian folklore and history. His presence adds depth and intrigue to our exploration. The Battle of Kulikovo looms large as one cannot overlook its significance when delving into Russia's past. This monumental clash on September 8, 1380 shaped destinies and altered history forever; it is etched in our collective memory.