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Nicholas I Of Russia Collection

"Nicholas I of Russia: A Historical Emperor's Reign" Nicholas I, born on 25 June 1796 and passing away on 2 March 1855, was a prominent figure in Russian history

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Tsar Nicholas I inaugurating the semaphore telegraph line between Moscow and Warsaw in 1833

Tsar Nicholas I inaugurating the semaphore telegraph line between Moscow and Warsaw in 1833 (engraving)
541879 Tsar Nicholas I inaugurating the semaphore telegraph line between Moscow and Warsaw in 1833 (engraving); (add.info.: Tsar Ncholas I (1796-1855)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I, Nikolaj Pavlovic, drawing by Vernier, engraving by Laderer, 1838 (engraving)

Nicholas I, Nikolaj Pavlovic, drawing by Vernier, engraving by Laderer, 1838 (engraving)
3600078 Nicholas I, Nikolaj Pavlovic, drawing by Vernier, engraving by Laderer, 1838 (engraving); (add.info.: Nicholas I, Nikolaj Pavlovic (1796-1855). Tsar of Russia (1825-1855)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Russian Tsar Nicholas I Romanov (1796-1855), brother and successor of Alexander I

Portrait of Russian Tsar Nicholas I Romanov (1796-1855), brother and successor of Alexander I. 19th century lithography
FGL5475245 Portrait of Russian Tsar Nicholas I Romanov (1796-1855), brother and successor of Alexander I. 19th century lithography; Fototeca Gilardi

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph)

Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph)
UTD4918196 Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph); (add.info.: Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph)

Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph)
UTD4917837 Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia, 1853 (lithograph); (add.info.: Nicholas I of Russia, Emperor of Russia)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Tsar Nicholas I, 19th century (Epinal print)

Portrait of Tsar Nicholas I, 19th century (Epinal print)
THT4305537 Portrait of Tsar Nicholas I, 19th century (Epinal print); (add.info.: Portrait of Nicholas I (1825-1855), Emperor of Russia. Epinal print

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I, Tsar of Russia (litho)

Nicholas I, Tsar of Russia (litho)
8664029 Nicholas I, Tsar of Russia (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicholas I (1796-1855), Tsar of Russia

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Nicholas I of Russia, 19th century (engraving)

Portrait of Nicholas I of Russia, 19th century (engraving)
3521642 Portrait of Nicholas I of Russia, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Nicholas I of Russia (1796-1855) He was also the King of Poland and Grand Duke of Finland

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Inauguration of the statue of Tsar Nicholas I, St Petersburg (engraving)

Inauguration of the statue of Tsar Nicholas I, St Petersburg (engraving)
8676889 Inauguration of the statue of Tsar Nicholas I, St Petersburg (engraving) by Richebourg, Pierre Ambroise (c.1810-c.1876); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)

Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Creator: Timm, Wassili (George Wilhelm) (1820-1895)
Emperor Nicholas I on his deathbed, 1855. Private Collection

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Review in Ladugårdsgärde Fields during Czar Nicolaus Visit in 1838. Creator: Karl Stefan Bennet

Review in Ladugårdsgärde Fields during Czar Nicolaus Visit in 1838. Creator: Karl Stefan Bennet
Review in Ladugardsgarde Fields during Czar Nicolaus Visit in 1838, Unknown date

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Gates of the King's Palace, Naples, 1860. Creator: W Thomas

Gates of the King's Palace, Naples, 1860. Creator: W Thomas
Gates of the King's Palace, Naples, 1860. This Royal palace was begun in 1600, by the command of Philip III. in the viceroyalty of the Count de Lemos, from the designs of Domenico Fontana

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: L'Empereur Nicolas travaillant dans son cabinet, 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier

L'Empereur Nicolas travaillant dans son cabinet, 1850. Creator: Honore Daumier
L'Empereur Nicolas travaillant dans son cabinet, 1850. Tsar Nicholas working in his office (ie attacking a map of France with his sword). From Actualites

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Oursikoff!..trouvez-vous cela ressemblant?, 19th century. Satire on the Crimean War. [Russian emperor]: Oursikoff! do you think this is a good likeness

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Le Tentateur, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier

Le Tentateur, 19th century. Creator: Honore Daumier
Le Tentateur, 19th century. The Tempter. [Satire on the Temptation of Christ]: If you agree to be mine, this Empire will be yours

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: The Balance of Power, 1854. Creator: George Cruikshank

The Balance of Power, 1854. Creator: George Cruikshank
The Balance of Power, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: The Christianity of the Head of the Greek Church, 1854. Creator: George Cruikshank

The Christianity of the Head of the Greek Church, 1854. Creator: George Cruikshank
The Christianity of the Head of the Greek Church, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: A Rejected Address, 1854 Creator: George Cruikshank

A Rejected Address, 1854 Creator: George Cruikshank
A Rejected Address, 1854 From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas, Emperor of Russia age 58, 1854. Creator: Unknown

Nicholas, Emperor of Russia age 58, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Nicholas, Emperor of Russia age 58, 1854. From "Cassells Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31/12/1853 - 30/12/1854"

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: His Majesty Nicolas I, Emperor of all Russia, Camp Vosnessensk, October 6, 1837, 1842–45

His Majesty Nicolas I, Emperor of all Russia, Camp Vosnessensk, October 6, 1837, 1842–45. Creator: Auguste Raffet
His Majesty Nicolas I, Emperor of all Russia, Camp Vosnessensk, October 6, 1837, 1842-45

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Irkutsk Institute of Emperor Nicholas I, 1904-1914. Creator: Unknown

Irkutsk Institute of Emperor Nicholas I, 1904-1914. Creator: Unknown
Irkutsk Institute of Emperor Nicholas I, 1904-1914. National Library of Russia

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Grand Duke Konstantin Nicolaevich, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right

Grand Duke Konstantin Nicolaevich, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1870 and 1886. Creator: Unknown
Grand Duke Konstantin Nicolaevich, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing right, between 1870 and 1886

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Monument to the Glorious Memory of Emperor Nicholas I, 1855-1900. Creator: C. Schultz

Monument to the Glorious Memory of Emperor Nicholas I, 1855-1900. Creator: C. Schultz
Monument to the Glorious Memory of Emperor Nicholas I, 1855-1900

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I 25 June 1796, 2 March 1855 Reigned as Emperor of Russia from 1825 to 1855, Historical

Nicholas I 25 June 1796, 2 March 1855 Reigned as Emperor of Russia from 1825 to 1855, Historical
7278929 Nicholas I 25 June 1796, 2 March 1855 Reigned as Emperor of Russia from 1825 to 1855, Historical by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nicholas I 25 June 1796)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait de l empereur de Russie Nicolas I (1796-1855) (Portrait of The Emperor Nicholas I)

Portrait de l empereur de Russie Nicolas I (1796-1855) (Portrait of The Emperor Nicholas I)
FIA5370800 Portrait de l empereur de Russie Nicolas I (1796-1855) (Portrait of The Emperor Nicholas I). Oeuvre de Alexander Ivanovich Klunder (1802-1875), aquarelle et blanc sur carton, 1837

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: View of the Monument to Emperor Nicholas I on Saint Isaacs Square, by Bergamasco

View of the Monument to Emperor Nicholas I on Saint Isaacs Square, by Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896)
FIA5408794 View of the Monument to Emperor Nicholas I on Saint Isaacs Square, by Bergamasco, Charles (Karl) (1830-1896). Albumin Photo, 1874

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: L empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) en visite en Angleterre (Emperor Nicholas I Visiting England)

L empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) en visite en Angleterre (Emperor Nicholas I Visiting England)
FIA5346721 L empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) en visite en Angleterre (Emperor Nicholas I Visiting England). Les bateaux tirent des coups de canons pour accueillir et celebrer le tsar de Russie

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Interiors of the Winter Palace (Palais d hiver a Saint Petersbourg)

Interiors of the Winter Palace (Palais d hiver a Saint Petersbourg) : The Large Study of Emperor Nicholas I
FIA5382723 Interiors of the Winter Palace (Palais d hiver a Saint Petersbourg) : The Large Study of Emperor Nicholas I - Watercolour on paper by Eduard (Edouard) Hau (1807-1887), 1860s - Dim 22

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: L empereur Nicolas I de Russie (1796-1855) remet le ruban bleu de l ordre de Saint Andre au comte

L empereur Nicolas I de Russie (1796-1855) remet le ruban bleu de l ordre de Saint Andre au comte Mikhail Speranski
FIA5381141 L empereur Nicolas I de Russie (1796-1855) remet le ruban bleu de l ordre de Saint Andre au comte Mikhail Speranski (1772-1839)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Le petit bureau de l empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) dans le palais d Hiver a Saint Petersbourg

Le petit bureau de l empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) dans le palais d Hiver a Saint Petersbourg
FIA5351494 Le petit bureau de l empereur Nicolas I (1796-1855) dans le palais d Hiver a Saint Petersbourg (The Small Study of Emperor Nicholas I in The Winter Palace in St Petersburg)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia (Nicolas Ier (1796-1855). Photoengraving

Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia (Nicolas Ier (1796-1855). Photoengraving
FIA5411062 Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia (Nicolas Ier (1796-1855). Photoengraving. Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk by Russian Photographer

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Le cabinet d etude de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie (Nikolai Pavlovitch Romanov)

Le cabinet d etude de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie (Nikolai Pavlovitch Romanov)
FIA5345954 Le cabinet d etude de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie (Nikolai Pavlovitch Romanov, 1796-1855) dans le pavillon du chateau a Peterhof (Saint Petersbourg)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Ceremonie de depart de l empereur Nicolas I (Nicolai Pavlovitch Romanov, 1796-1855)

Ceremonie de depart de l empereur Nicolas I (Nicolai Pavlovitch Romanov, 1796-1855)
FIA5376858 Ceremonie de depart de l empereur Nicolas I (Nicolai Pavlovitch Romanov, 1796-1855). (Ceremonial Departure of the Emperor Nicholas I)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia 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... 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

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: The Emperor of Russia relieving Poland, 1855. Creator: Cham (Amedé

The Emperor of Russia relieving Poland, 1855. Creator: Cham (Amedé
The Emperor of Russia relieving Poland, 1855. Private Collection

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: The Suspended Congress, ca. 1829. Creator: Pierre Langlumé

The Suspended Congress, ca. 1829. Creator: Pierre Langlumé
The Suspended Congress, ca. 1829

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicholas I of Russia as colonel-in-chief of the 9th Hussar Regiment '

Nicholas I of Russia as colonel-in-chief of the 9th Hussar Regiment "
FIA5396412 Nicholas I of Russia as colonel-in-chief of the 9th Hussar Regiment " Graf Nadasdy" at the Glacis in Vienna on 30 December 1845 - Katzler

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Nicolas I en traineau - Nicholas I of Russia in a sleigh - Anonymous - 1850 - Lithograph

Nicolas I en traineau - Nicholas I of Russia in a sleigh - Anonymous - 1850 - Lithograph
FIA5396413 Nicolas I en traineau - Nicholas I of Russia in a sleigh - Anonymous - 1850 - Lithograph, watercolour - 21, 3x26, 8 - Private Collection by Unknown Artist

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Emperor Nicholas I visiting the Alexander Column construction site - Anonymous

Emperor Nicholas I visiting the Alexander Column construction site - Anonymous
FIA5406659 Emperor Nicholas I visiting the Alexander Column construction site - Anonymous. Watercolour on paper, after 1836

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Le trajet de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie a travers la place du palais - The ride

Le trajet de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie a travers la place du palais - The ride
FIA5410074 Le trajet de l empereur Nicolas I de Russie a travers la place du palais - The ride of Emperor Nicholas I through the palace square, by Sadovnikov, Vasily Semyonovich (1800-1879)

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: insurrection decembriste ou Insurrection decabriste (1825

insurrection decembriste ou Insurrection decabriste (1825
FIA5404484 insurrection decembriste ou Insurrection decabriste (1825) - Nicholas I before the Unit Formation of the Life-Guards Field Engineer Battalion in the Court of the Winter Palace on 14

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Creator: Unknown

Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Irena Macrina Mieczyslaska, Superior of the Covent of St. Basil, 1845. Portrait of Mother Irena Makrina Mieczyslavska, abbess of the Order of St. Basil the Great in White Ruthenia [Belarus]

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Creator: Krüger

Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Creator: Krüger
Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Private Collection

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I (1796-1855), 1829. Artist: Polyakov, Alexander Vasilyevich

Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I (1796-1855), 1829. Artist: Polyakov, Alexander Vasilyevich
Portrait of Emperor Nicholas I (1796-1855), 1829. From a private collection

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Last Moments of the Czar, (c1857). Creator: Herbert K Bourne

Last Moments of the Czar, (c1857). Creator: Herbert K Bourne
Last Moments of the Czar, (c1857). The death of Tsar Nicholas I of Russia (1796-1855), who died on 2 March 1855 at the Winter Palace in St Petersburg

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Departure from Moscow of Emperor Nicholas I, 1820s

Departure from Moscow of Emperor Nicholas I, 1820s
Departure from Moscow of Emperor Nicholas I (Celebrations on the occasion of the coronation of Emperor Nicholas I), 1820s. Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: Banquet on the Maidens Field on September 16, 1826, 1828

Banquet on the Maidens Field on September 16, 1826, 1828
Banquet on the Maidens Field on September 16, 1826 (Celebrations on the occasion of the coronation of Emperor Nicholas I), 1828. Found in the Collection of State Museum of A.S. Pushkin, Moscow

Background imageNicholas I Of Russia Collection: The ride of Emperor Nicholas I through the palace square, 1843

The ride of Emperor Nicholas I through the palace square, 1843. Found in the Collection of State Museum of the History of Saint Petersburg




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"Nicholas I of Russia: A Historical Emperor's Reign" Nicholas I, born on 25 June 1796 and passing away on 2 March 1855, was a prominent figure in Russian history. He reigned as the Emperor of Russia from 1825 to 1855, leaving an indelible mark on the nation. His portrait, captured by Alexander Ivanovich Klunder in 1837, showcases his regal presence and stern demeanor. The artwork reflects the romanticism of the 19th century Russian art movement. The Monument to Emperor Nicholas I on Saint Isaacs Square stands tall as a tribute to his rule. Captured through an albumin photo by Charles Bergamasco in 1874, it symbolizes his enduring legacy. Emperor Nicholas I's visit to England was met with cannons firing salutes from boats, celebrating the arrival of the Russian Tsar. This historic event highlighted his influence beyond borders and showcased diplomatic relations between nations. Within the Winter Palace in St Petersburg lies The Large Study of Emperor Nicholas I. Painted by Eduard Hau during the mid-1860s, this watercolor captures a glimpse into his private space where important decisions were made. During a visit to Vienna (Autriche), Emperor Nicholas I paid homage at the sarcophagus of Emperor Francois I d'Autriche (or Francois II du Saint Empire). This act demonstrated respect for fellow monarchs and their legacies. In another significant moment captured visually, Emperor Nicholas I awards Count Michail Speransky with The Blue Riband Of The Order Of St. Andrew. This recognition highlights Speransky's contributions under Nicholas' reign. The Small Study of Emperor Nicholas I within the Winter Palace reveals a more intimate setting where he conducted personal affairs amidst grandeur. Konstantin Andreyevich Ukhtomsky beautifully portrays this space through artistry.