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Neva Collection (#6)

The Neva River, a majestic waterway that weaves through the heart of St. Petersburg, holds centuries of history and beauty within its icy currents

Background imageNeva Collection: Winter in Russia, Crossing the Neva on Skating Sledges

Winter in Russia, Crossing the Neva on Skating Sledges

Background imageNeva Collection: Cronstadt, Arrival of the First Ship after the Breaking up of the Neva Ice, 1847

Cronstadt, Arrival of the First Ship after the Breaking up of the Neva Ice, 1847

Background imageNeva Collection: Map of St. Petersburg (engraving) (b / w photo)

Map of St. Petersburg (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF275656 Map of St.Petersburg (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageNeva Collection: PETER I (1672-1725). Czar of Russia, 1682-1725. Peter the Great Crossing the Neva River

PETER I (1672-1725). Czar of Russia, 1682-1725. Peter the Great Crossing the Neva River. Mezzotint, American, 19th century

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067314

Picture No. 11067314
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067313

Picture No. 11067313
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067312

Picture No. 11067312
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067311

Picture No. 11067311
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in filing box. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067310

Picture No. 11067310
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in filing box. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067309

Picture No. 11067309
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in filing box. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067308

Picture No. 11067308
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in filing box. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067307

Picture No. 11067307
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067306

Picture No. 11067306
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067305

Picture No. 11067305
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in basket. Date:

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Picture No. 11067304
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in basket. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067303

Picture No. 11067303
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in basket. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067302

Picture No. 11067302
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. in basket. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067301

Picture No. 11067301
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067300

Picture No. 11067300
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067299

Picture No. 11067299
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067298

Picture No. 11067298
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067297

Picture No. 11067297
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067296

Picture No. 11067296
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067295

Picture No. 11067295
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067294

Picture No. 11067294
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067293

Picture No. 11067293
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067292

Picture No. 11067292
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Picture No. 11067290

Picture No. 11067290
Cat - Siberian / Neva Masquerade. Date:

Background imageNeva Collection: Stock Exchange, St Petersburg, Russia

Stock Exchange, St Petersburg, Russia
View of the Old St Petersburg Stock Exchange (or Bourse) from across the River Neva, with the two Rostral Columns in front

Background imageNeva Collection: View of St Petersburgh, by Mornay

View of St Petersburgh, by Mornay
View of the Centre of the Great Bridge of the Neva, and of St Petersburgh, a hand-coloured aquatint by Clark and Dubourgh after Mornay, published by Edward Orme, 1815. Date: 1815

Background imageNeva Collection: Petrograd, The Nicholas Bridge 12 October 1920

Petrograd, The Nicholas Bridge 12 October 1920

Background imageNeva Collection: Neoclassical buildings at the Spit of Vasilievsky Island seen from the Neva, St

Neoclassical buildings at the Spit of Vasilievsky Island seen from the Neva, St. Petersburg, Russia, Europe

Background imageNeva Collection: Night Fete on the Neva, 1923. Oil on canvas. Boris Mikhaylovich Kustodiev (1878-1827)

Night Fete on the Neva, 1923. Oil on canvas. Boris Mikhaylovich Kustodiev (1878-1827) Russian painter and stage designer. St Petersburg Leningrad

Background imageNeva Collection: Ceremony of blessing the river Neva, St Petersburg, by Russian Orthodox priests, 1895

Ceremony of blessing the river Neva, St Petersburg, by Russian Orthodox priests, 1895. The blessing of the Neva was an annual event, which took place in the presence of the Tsar

Background imageNeva Collection: Winter In Russia

Winter In Russia, Crossing The Neva On Skating Sledges

Background imageNeva Collection: Cronstadt, Arrival of the First Ship after the Breaking up of the Neva Ice, 1847

Cronstadt, Arrival of the First Ship after the Breaking up of the Neva Ice, 1847

Background imageNeva Collection: Russia, St Petersburg, north facade of the Imperial Stables and the Little Stable Bridge

Russia, St Petersburg, north facade of the Imperial Stables and the Little Stable Bridge on the Moyka

Background imageNeva Collection: RUSSIA: ICEBOAT, 1865. Iceboat on the Neva River, St. Petersburg, Russia. Wood engraving, 1865

RUSSIA: ICEBOAT, 1865. Iceboat on the Neva River, St. Petersburg, Russia. Wood engraving, 1865

Background imageNeva Collection: RUSSIA: BOATMEN, 1856. Boatmen on the Neva River near St. Petersburg, Russia

RUSSIA: BOATMEN, 1856. Boatmen on the Neva River near St. Petersburg, Russia. Wood engraving, English, 1856

Background imageNeva Collection: ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. From the left bank of the Neva River. French engraving, 1753

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. From the left bank of the Neva River. French engraving, 1753

Background imageNeva Collection: ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Boatmen on the Neva River. Wood engraving, English, 1856

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Boatmen on the Neva River. Wood engraving, English, 1856

Background imageNeva Collection: ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Taking water from the Neva River in St. Petersburg

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA. Taking water from the Neva River in St. Petersburg. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1874

Background imageNeva Collection: English Quay on the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia

English Quay on the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia
View of the English Quay (or Embankment) on the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia. The embankment was built during the 1760s. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageNeva Collection: Temporary Tramway across River Neva, St Petersburg

Temporary Tramway across River Neva, St Petersburg
The temporary Electric Tramway running across the frozen River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia. Date: circa 1900

Background imageNeva Collection: Oil spill cleanup, Russia

Oil spill cleanup, Russia
Oil spill cleanup. Cleaning up oil spilt in the Neva River near St Petersburg, Russia. Photographed on 20th April 2010

Background imageNeva Collection: EVNT2A-00296

EVNT2A-00296
Russian bombardment of Noteborg (Petrokrepost), from an island on the Neva River, during the Great Northern War, 1702. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageNeva Collection: Electric Tramway - St. Petersburg, Russia

Electric Tramway - St. Petersburg, Russia
The new Electric Tramway running alongside the River Neva, St Petersburg, Russia

Background imageNeva Collection: St Petersburg in Winter

St Petersburg in Winter
The city in winter : a horse- drawn sleigh beside the frozen Neva : behind is the Nicolai Bridge




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The Neva River, a majestic waterway that weaves through the heart of St. Petersburg, holds centuries of history and beauty within its icy currents. From the frozen wonderland it becomes in winter to the vibrant city center it overlooks at sunset, this river is truly a sight to behold. One can't help but be captivated by the enchanting scene of Catherine the Great herself visiting an ice mountain on Admiralty Square back in 1788. The artist's portrayal perfectly captures her awe and admiration for this natural wonder. As we stroll along the banks of the Neva, we are reminded of Alexander Nevsky's heroic victory against the Swedes on these very waters. This Russian prince left an indelible mark on history and his legacy lives on as his name graces both river and cathedral alike. Speaking of cathedrals, who could resist being spellbound by St. Isaac Cathedral standing tall against a breathtaking sunset backdrop? Its golden domes seem to glow with divine radiance as they reflect off the tranquil surface of the Neva. And let us not forget about Scarlet Sails - a magical event that lights up St. Petersburg each year with dazzling fireworks and sailing ships adorned in scarlet sails, and is a celebration that fills our hearts with joy and reminds us why this city is so beloved. But perhaps one of the most sacred moments tied to this mighty river is when Russian Orthodox priests gather for a ceremony to bless its waters. The image from 1895 shows their solemn reverence as they bestow blessings upon what has become more than just a body of water - it symbolizes life itself. The Neva River near Peter and Paul Fortress holds another special occasion: Mid-Pentecost Celebration or Prepolovenie Day. On this day, locals come together to honor tradition amidst picturesque surroundings, creating memories that will last a lifetime.