Peter I Collection (#8)

Peter der Grosze 1672-1725, 1934. Artists: Unknown, Peter the Great
Peter der Grosze 1672-1725, 1934. Peter I, the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia. Peter became Tsar in 1682. He embarked on a campaign to modernise and Europeanise Russia, socially

Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia, 18th century (1894). Artist: Johann Friedrich Bause
Peter the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia, 18th century (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection) Exhibited by the Late James Anderson Rose

Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia, c1698 (1894). Artist: Peter van Gunst
Peter the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia, c1698 (1894). From A Collection of Engraved Portraits (Further Selection) Exhibited by the Late James Anderson Rose

The prince extorts an amnesty from Pedro the Cruel, 1367 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
The prince extorts an amnesty from Pedro the Cruel, 1864. Edward, the Black Prince, (1330-1376), extorts an amnesty from Pedro the Cruel (1334-1369) after the battle of najara 1367

King Peter I (1844-1921) of Serbia, 1917. Peter I (1844-1921) was King of Serbia from 1903 until 1918. From the end of the First World War until his death he ruled the Kingdom of the Serbs

Peter I, the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia, 1924
Peter I, the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia. Peter became Tsar in 1682. He embarked on a campaign to modernise and Europeanise Russia, socially, economically and militarily

King Peter I of Serbia, c1903-c1918(?). Peter I (1844-1921) was King of Serbia from 1903 until 1918. From the end of the First World War until his death he ruled the Kingdom of the Serbs

Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia, (1906). From the original painting by Jean-Marc Nattier, in the Versailles Museum, France. Peter (1672-1725) became Tsar in 1682

Tsar Peter I of Russia working on an East Indiaman, Amsterdam docks, Netherlands, 1697 (c1870). Artist: W Steelink
Tsar Peter I of Russia working on an East Indiaman, Amsterdam docks, Netherlands, 1697 (c1870). The Tsar was given the opportunity to gain practical experience in the largest shipyard in the world

Peter the Great (1672-1725), 19th century. Peter the Great was Tsar of Russia from 1682 to his death in 1725. Print taken from Cassells Illustrated History of England, volume IV

King Peter of Serbia at the front, First World War, 1914, (1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great European War 1914-1918, seventh edition

Where Tsar Peter worked as a shipwright, Zaandam, Netherlands, c1934. Russian czar Peter the Great stayed here in 1697. Illustration from La Hollande by Henry Asselin

King Peter I of Serbia, July 1914. Suffering from worsening ill health and with the outbreak of the First World War only a month away

The equestrian statue of Peter the Great on Senate Square. Found in the Collection of State Museum of the History of Saint Petersburg

Map of the Grand Duchy of Moscow. Private Collection

Map of Poland includes portions of Livonia and Grand Duchy of Moscow. Private Collection

The Tsars Ivan Alexeyevich and Peter Alexeyevich of Russia. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de (1640-1725)
The Tsars Ivan Alexeyevich and Peter Alexeyevich of Russia. Found in the collection of Constantine Palace, St. Petersburg

The Battle of Poltava on 27 June 1709. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de, II (1684-1755)
The Battle of Poltava on 27 June 1709. Private Collection

The Battle of Lesnaya, 1720s. Artist: Larmessin, Nicolas de (1684-1755)
The Battle of Lesnaya, 1720s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The arrival of the embassy of Muscovy in Amsterdam on August 1697, um 1700. Artist: Storck, Abraham (1635-1710)
The arrival of the embassy of Muscovy in Amsterdam on August 1697, um 1700. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Taking of the Swedish Noteburg Fortress by Russian Troops on October 11, 1702, 1703. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Czar Peter House in Zaandam, 1697, ca 1825. Artist: Senus, Willem, van (1773-1851)
The Czar Peter House in Zaandam, 1697, ca 1825. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Siege of the Turkish Fortress Azov by Russian Forces in 1696, um 1700. Artist: Schoonebeek (Schoonebeck)
Siege of the Turkish Fortress Azov by Russian Forces in 1696, um 1700. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Fireworks in Moscow on 1 January 1704 on the Occasion of the Capture of the Swedish Fortress Nyenskans, 1705. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

German Quarter (Nemetskaya sloboda) in Moscow (left part), 1705. Artist: Schoonebeek (Schoonebeck), Adriaan (1661-1705)
German Quarter (Nemetskaya sloboda) in Moscow (left part), 1705. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Portrait of Emperor Peter I the Great (1672-1725), Early 18th cen Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Emperor Peter I the Great (1672-1725), Early 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Fireworks celebrating the arrival of the embassy of Muscovy in Amsterdam 1697, 1697. Artist: Allard, Carel (1648-1709)
Fireworks celebrating the arrival of the embassy of Muscovy in Amsterdam 1697, 1697. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

German Quarter (Nemetskaya sloboda) in Moscow, 1705. Artist: Schoonebeek (Schoonebeck), Adriaan (1661-1705)
German Quarter (Nemetskaya sloboda) in Moscow, 1705. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

The Battle of Poltava. Artist: Vladimirov, Ivan Alexeyevich (1869-1947)
The Battle of Poltava. From a private collection

The Taking of Admiral Nils Ehrenskiold in the Battle of Gangut, Mid of the 18th cen Artist: Porter
The Taking of Admiral Nils Ehrenskiold in the Battle of Gangut, Mid of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Central Navy Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Grand Duchess Anna Petrovna of Russia (1708-1728), 1874. Artist: Rockstuhl, Alois Gustav (1798-1877)
Portrait of Grand Duchess Anna Petrovna of Russia (1708-1728), 1874. From a private collection

Blessing of the Russian New Year (from Georg Adam Schleissing Derer beyden Czaaren in Reussland Iwan und Peter Alexewiz), 1693. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Audience with Ivan V, Peter I and Sophia Alekseyevna (from Georg Adam Schleissing Derer beyden Czaaren in Reussland)
Audience with Ivan V, Peter I and Sophia Alekseyevna (from Georg Adam Schleissing Derer beyden Czaaren in Reussland...), 1693. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Tsar Peter I Alexeyevich (from Georg Adam Schleissing Derer beyden Czaaren in Reussland Iwan und Peter Alexewiz), 1693. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Peter I at the battle of Poltava, 1710s. Artist: Tannauer, Johann Gottfried (1680-1737)
Peter I at the battle of Poltava, 1710s. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Cabin of Peter the Great (Series Views of Saint Petersburg), 1820s. Artist: Pluchart, Alexander (1777-1827)
Cabin of Peter the Great (Series Views of Saint Petersburg), 1820s. From a private collection

Kronstadt. Artist: Perrot, Ferdinand Victor (1808-1841)
Kronstadt. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1724. Artist: Baquoi, Maurice (active 1720s)
The naval Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714, 1724. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

View of Berezov, c. 1750. Artist: Anonymous
View of Berezov, c. 1750. From a private collection

Portrait of Empress Catherine I. (1684-1727), 1712. Artist: Moller, Andreas (1684-1752 / 62)
Portrait of Empress Catherine I. (1684-1727), 1712. Found in the collection of the Museum Geelvinck-Hinlopen Huis, Amsterdam

The Arrest of Tsarevna Sophia. Artist: Veshchilov, Konstantin Alexandrovich (1878-1945)
The Arrest of Tsarevna Sophia. Found in the collection of the Regional W. Wereshchagin Art Museum, Mykolaiv

The fleet of Peter I, 1909. Artist: Lanceray (Lansere), Evgeny Evgenyevich (1875-1946)
The fleet of Peter I, 1909. Found in the collection of the MICEX Museum, Moscow

View of the Michael Palace and the Connetable Square, St Petersburg, c1800. Artist: Fyodor Yakovlevich Alexeev
View of the Michael Palace and the Connetable Square, St Petersburg, c1800. St Michaels Castle is a former imperial palace built for Tsar Paul I in 1797-1801

The Battle of Poltava in 1709, 1724. Larmessin, Nicolas (1684-1755). Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Taganrog

The Battle of Lesnaya, 1717. Artist: Jean-Marc Nattier
The Battle of Lesnaya, 1717. Fought by the armies of Sweden and Russia on 9 October 1708 in what is today Belarus, the Battle of Lesnaya was one of the major engagements of the Great Northern War

Monument of Peter the Great in the Senate Square of St Petersburg, Russia, winter, 1822. Found in the collection of the A Pushkin Memorial Museum, St Petersburg

Portrait Bust of Emperor Peter the Great, 1723-1730. Artist: Bartolomeo Francesco Rastrelli
Portrait Bust of Emperor Peter the Great, 1723-1730. Rastrelli, Bartolomeo Carlo (1675-1744). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, Leningrad, 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul, Leningrad, 20th century. Russian Orthodox cathedral and oldest landmark in St. Petersburg, built between 1712 and 1733 n Zayachy Island on the Neva River

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Peter I, also known as Peter the Great, was a prominent figure in Russian history. His military achievements and reforms left an indelible mark on his country. In "The Apotheosis of Peter's Military Glory, " artist Pieter Pickaert captures the grandeur of his triumphs. Another portrait by Grigori Molchanov depicts Tsarevich Peter Petrovich as Cupid, perhaps symbolizing his youthful vigor and potential. An anonymous creator immortalized Peter the Great in a 1830 painting that showcases his commanding presence and determination. The naval battles depicted in "HMS Wachtmeister fighting against the Russian squadron" and "The Naval Battle of Reval" highlight Russia's maritime strength under Peter's leadership. In another artwork titled "Peter I in the Rebellion of the Old Believers, " we see him navigating religious tensions within his realm with diplomacy and tact. This demonstrates not only his military prowess but also his ability to govern effectively. During World War I, France paid tribute to Serbia's heroism while King Peter I visited trenches at the frontlines himself. These acts showcase both their mutual respect for each other and their shared commitment to defending freedom. A digitally restored reproduction of a 19th-century original reveals Crown Tsar Peter I wore during significant moments in Russian history—a symbol of power passed down through generations. Lastly, a color lithograph portrays Peter I being proclaimed King of Serbia—an acknowledgment of his influence beyond Russia's borders. A falconer alongside him represents nobility while highlighting Duke Brittany’s armorial tunic with its coat-of-arms—symbolic connections between rulers across time. Overall, these artworks provide glimpses into different aspects of Peter I’s life: from military victories to diplomatic endeavors; from religious conflicts to international recognition; from personal adornments to historical proclamations—all contributing to understanding this influential leader who shaped Russia’s destiny for centuries to come.