Russian Orthodox Collection (#32)

Russia, Moscow Oblast, Golden Ring, Sergiev Posad, Trinity Monastery of Saint Sergius

Russia, Yaroslavl Oblast, Golden Ring, Rostov-Veliky, Rostov Kremlin, Gate Church of Saint John the Devine, interior frescoes

Russia, Yaroslavl Oblast, Golden Ring, Yaroslavl, Uspenski Cathedral

Russia, Vladimir Oblast, Golden Ring, Suzdal, Suzdal Kremlin, Nativity of the Virgin Cathedral

Irkutsk Siberia, Russia a beautiful Russian Orthodox Church with red steeple

Russian Orthodox Church in Irkutsk Siberia Russia

Estonia, Northeastern Estonia, Kuremae, Russian Orthodox Puhtitsa Convent, b. 1895, main church

The dice players on the tomb of Jesus Christ. Tempera on wood Russian Orthodox icon, 17th century
RUSSIAN ICON: DICE PLAYERS. The dice players on the tomb of Jesus Christ. Tempera on wood Russian Orthodox icon, 17th century

MOSCOW: MASS BAPTISM, c1700. Army maneuvers and a mass baptism in Moscow, Russia. Line engraving from Diarium Itineris in Moscovium, by Johann Georg Korb, c1700

ALEXANDER III: WEDDING. The wedding of Grand Duke Alexander (later Czar Alexander III) of Russia to Princess Dagmar of Denmark at the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia, November 1866

ALEXANDER II: ASSASINATION. People in St. Petersburg, Russia, rush to the spot where Czar Alexander II was just assassinated, 13 March 1881. Wodd engraving from a contempoary English newspaper

RUSSIA: MOSCOW, c1875. The Kremlin Tower and Church of Our Savior, Moscow, Russia. Wood engraving, c1875

BAPTISM, 18th CENTURY. Ceremonies in Christening observed by the Russians of the Greek Church. Line engraving, English, late 18th century

MOSCOW: ST BASIL, 1880. Saint Basils Cathedral, Moscow, Russia. Wood engraving, by Francis Lathrop, 1880

ST. BASILs CATHEDRAL. An illuminated St. Basils Cathedral in Moscow. Wood engraving, English, 1856

RUSSIA: ROYAL WEDDING, 1866. The weddding in St. Petersburg, Russia, 1866, of the Czarevitch Alexander (later Czar Alexander III) and Princess Dagmar of Denmark

RUSSIA: WINTER SCENE. Winter in Russia. Wood engraving, English, 1847

MOSCOW: ST. BASIL, 1856. St. Basils Cathedral, in Moscow, illuminated. Wood engraving, English, 1856

Holy Dormition, Kiev-Pechersk Lavra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kiev, Ukraine, Europe

PUSHKIN MONUMENT, c1895. Monument of Russian poet Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin in Moscow. Photochrome, c1895

PLEVNA MONUMENT, c1895. Monument to the Heroes of Plevna (or Pleven). The memorial chapel in Moscow was built to commemorate Russian soldiers who died in the Siege of Plevna during the Russo-Turkish

RUSSIAN ICON: SAINTS. Three warrior saints. Tempera on wood Russian Orthodox icon, made in Moscow, early 16th century

SOVIET ANTI-RELIGION POLICY. Red Army soldiers looting a convent, c1920

MOSES. Detail of late 13th century icon in Saint Catherines Monastery, Sinai

GRIGORI EFIMOVICH RASPUTIN (c1871-1916). Russian monk

RUSSIAN ICON. Icon of The Synaxis or Assembly, of the Virgin. Moscow School, Russia. c1560

ALEXIS THE GODs MAN. Fresco from the Assumption Cathedral. 15th century

RUSSIAN ICON: THE SAVIOR. Icon from the Assumption Cathedral. The Savior not of Human Making. Early 15th century

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Russian Orthodox is a rich and vibrant religious tradition that has produced some of the most iconic and breathtaking artworks in history. From the famous Russian icons like "The Trinity" by Andrei Rublev, painted on wood in 1411, to the exquisite Icon of the Virgin and Child found in the Mary Magdalene Russian Orthodox church on Mount of Olives, these masterpieces reflect deep spiritual devotion. One such revered icon is "The Virgin of Vladimir, " created around 1131 in Constantinople. This painting holds immense significance as it represents the tender bond between mother and child. Another remarkable example is an oil-on-wood panel icon depicting scenes from biblical narratives. Architecture also plays a vital role within Russian Orthodoxy, with St. Michael's gold-domed cathedral standing proudly in Kiev, Ukraine. Its majestic domes reach towards the heavens, symbolizing faith's transcendence beyond earthly realms. Even outside Russia's borders, this faith thrives. In Alaska's Kenai Peninsula lies Nikolaevesk's Old Believer community with its stunning Russian Orthodox Church adorned with intricate icons. Moscow remains a hub for this ancient tradition; its Moscow School produced awe-inspiring works like "The Annunciation" from the 16th century. Additionally, St Basil's Cathedral stands tall on Red Square—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—its colorful onion-shaped domes captivating visitors from around the world. Amongst these treasures is "Our Lady of Yevsemanisk, " another masterpiece dating back to the 16th century—an embodiment of divine grace and beauty captured through artistic brilliance. Lastly, we cannot overlook "The Holy Face, " a tempera-on-wood creation that dates back to 1200-1250. This artwork exemplifies how Russian Orthodoxy has preserved its sacred traditions throughout centuries while continually inspiring believers worldwide.