Stateswoman Collection (#3)

Fireworks on the occasion of the coronation of Anna Ioannovna on April 30, 1730, 1730. Artist: Anonymous
Fireworks on the occasion of the coronation of Anna Ioannovna on April 30, 1730, 1730. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

The coronation of Anna Ioannovna on April 30, 1730, 1730. Artist: Anonymous
The coronation of Anna Ioannovna on April 30, 1730, 1730. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

Catherine II in mourning, 1762. Artist: Chemesov, Yefgraf Petrovich (1737-1765)
Catherine II in mourning, 1762. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Catherine II as Minerva in the Circle of the Muses. Artist: Torelli, Stefano (1712-1784)
Catherine II as Minerva in the Circle of the Muses. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Catherine II in mourning, 1760s. Artist: Meytens, Martin van, the Younger (1695-1770)
Catherine II in mourning, 1760s. From a private collection

Portrait of Empress Elisabeth Petrovna (1709-1762). Artist: Benner, Jean-Henri (1776-1836)
Portrait of Empress Elisabeth Petrovna (1709-1762). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Empress Elisabeth (1709-1762), 1754. Artist: Prenner, Georg Kaspar, von (1720-1766)
Portrait of Empress Elisabeth (1709-1762), 1754. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

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

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1780. Artist: Christineck, Carl Ludwig Johann (1732 / 3-1792 / 4)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1780. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1765. Artist: Buchholz, Heinrich (1735-1780)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1765. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1770s. Artist: Buchholz, Heinrich (1735-1780)
Portrait of Empress Catherine II (1729-1796), 1770s. Found in the collection of the Tsaritsyno museum, Moscow

Portrait of Marie de Medici (1575-1642), 1605. Artist: Pourbus, Frans, the Younger (1569-1622)
Portrait of Marie de Medici (1575-1642), 1605. From a private collection

GOLDA MEIR (1898-1978). Israeli stateswoman. Photographed by Marion S. Trikosko, 1973

Margaret, Duchess of Parma, from History of the Reign of Philip II, published in 1855
KW378960 Margaret, Duchess of Parma, from History of the Reign of Philip II, published in 1855 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Margaret (1522-86)

Israeli stateswoman and Prime Minister. Photograph, 1969
GOLDA MEIR (1898-1978). Israeli stateswoman and Prime Minister. Photograph, 1969

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"Stateswoman: A Legacy of Leadership and Empowerment" In 1975, this English politician was captured in a moment of contemplation at her home in Chelsea, England. Little did she know that shortly after this photograph was taken, she would make history by becoming the leader of the Conservative Party. Just like Empress Catherine II, whose portrait by Rokotov showcases her strength and determination, our stateswoman embodied these qualities as she navigated the complex world of politics. The Education of the Princess painting by Rubens reminds us that great leaders are not born but shaped through knowledge and experience. Our stateswoman's journey to leadership was no different - she tirelessly worked to educate herself on various issues and policies. As we gaze upon Catherine II on the Balcony of the Winter Palace, greeted by guards during a time of revolution, we see parallels with our own stateswoman's ability to navigate challenging times with grace and resilience. She faced numerous obstacles throughout her career but always emerged stronger than before. Just like Vigilius Erichsen's portrait capturing Empress Catherine the Great in her coronation robe exudes regality and power; our stateswoman commanded respect wherever she went. Her presence alone demanded attention and admiration from both allies and adversaries alike. Flags have always symbolized unity and loyalty towards a cause or nation. The Flag of the Leib-Guard Preobrazhensky Regiment represents unwavering dedication – a quality shared between our stateswoman and those who served under her leadership. Belva Lockwood may be from another era altogether, but as an American suffragist who fought for women's rights in 1891, she serves as an inspiration for our modern-day stateswoman. Both women defied societal norms to pave the way for future generations' empowerment. Through these glimpses into history - portraits depicting empresses past alongside photographs capturing moments frozen in time - we can see the indomitable spirit of our stateswoman.