Peter I Collection (#9)

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

Leningrad USSR - Peter + Paul Forteess and River Neva at Sunset. Artist: CM Dixon
Peter and Paul Fortress and River Neva at Sunset, Leningrad, Russia, 20th century. Original citadel of St. Petersburg, Russia

The Siege of Narva in 1700, 1702-1703. Artist: Mortier, Pieter (1661-1711)
The Siege of Narva in 1700, 1702-1703. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Portrait of the Tsesarevna Anna Petrovna of Russia (1708-1728), the daughter of Emperor Peter I of Russia, 1725. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Ships at the Time of Peter I, 1909. Artist: Lanceray (Lansere), Evgeny Evgenyevich (1875-1946)
Ships at the Time of Peter I, 1909. From a private collection

Tsar Peter I visiting England in January 1698, early 18th century. Artist: Abraham Storck
Tsar Peter I visiting England in January 1698, early 18th century. In 1697-1698 Peter the Great (1682-1725) visited Europe incognito as part of a large Russian delegation, the Grand Embassy

Taking of Azov on 18 May 1696, late 18th or 19th century. Artist: Robert Ker Porter
Taking of Azov on 18 May 1696, late 18th or 19th century. Tsar Peter the Great led a Russian military assault on the city of Azov near the mouth of the Don River as part of his campaign to secure

Storming of the Swedish Noteburg Fortress by Russian Troops, 11 October 1702 (1846). Artist: Alexander von Kotzebue
Storming of the Swedish Noteburg Fortress by Russian Troops, 11 October 1702 (1846). During the Great Northern War, a Russian army commanded by Peter the Great launched an amphibious assault

Peter I, the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia, cutting a Boyars (nobleman) beard. Peter became Tsar in 1682. He embarked on a campaign to modernise and Europeanise Russia, socially

Peter the Great, Tsar of Russia
Peter the Great (1672-1725), Tsar of Russia from 1682. Engraving

Portrait of Peter the Great, mid 19th century. Artist: Enrico Belli
Portrait of Peter the Great, mid 19th century. Peter I (1672-1725) succeeded his father Alexis I as Tsar in 1682, initially ruling jointly with his half-brother, Ivan V

Portrait of Peter the Great, first half of 19th century. Detail. Peter I (1672-1725) succeeded his father Alexis I as Tsar in 1682, initially ruling jointly with his half-brother, Ivan V

Peter I Alexeievitch the Great (1672-1725). Tsar of Russia (1682-1725). Engraving

Peter I the Great (1672-1725). Tsar of Russia (1682-1725). He was proclaimed Tsar after the death of his brother Fedor III (1682) along with his brother Ivan V. Colored engraving

The Assembly under Peter the Great (oil on canvas)
BAL244818 The Assembly under Peter the Great (oil on canvas) by Chlebowsky, Stanislaw (1835-84); State Russian Museum, St

Portrait of Peter the Great (1672-1725) (oil on canvas)
XIR154600 Portrait of Peter the Great (1672-1725) (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

KING PETER I OF SERBIA (1844-1921). Peter I Karageorgevich. King of Serbia, 1903-1921. King Peter retreating from German invaders during World War I. Photograph, c1915

Portugal - Alcobaca. Tomb of Peter I at the monastery of Santa Maria
Portugal - AlcobaA

Balkan War: Peter I (1844 - 1921)
Balkan Wars: Peter I (1844 - 1921) King of Serbia performing the traditional ceremony of breaking the bread offered to him by the Mayor of a town captured by Serbian troops

An early 18th century print depicting peter the great (peter i) being shown plans during the foundation of st, petersburg

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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.