Vladimir Svyatoslavich Collection

Campaign to Chersonesos by Vladimir the Great, 1904. Private Collection

Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14
6203792 Portraits of the Russian Monarchy, 1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)

Entry of Boleslaw the Brave into Kiev, Late 18th century. Private Collection

Saint Grand Duke Vladimir, 1925. Private Collection

Entry of Boleslaw the Brave into Kiev. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

The Baptism of Russia, 1887. Artist: Navozov, Vasily Ivanovich (1862-1919)
The Baptism of Russia, 1887. Private Collection

The baptism of the residents of Kiev in 988. Artist: Lebedev, Klavdi Vasilyevich (1852-1916)
The baptism of the residents of Kiev in 988. Private Collection

Vladimir and Rogneda (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Vladimir and Rogneda (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Sviatopolk the Accursed. 1019 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Sviatopolk the Accursed. 1019 (From Illustrated Karamzin), 1836. Found in the collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Coin (Srebrennik) of Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (Reverse: Symbol of Rurikids), 980-1015. Private Collection

Coin (Zlatnik) of Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (Averse: Portrait of the ruler), 980-1015. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Artist: Anonymous
The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I (from the Radziwill Chronicle), 15th century. Found in the collection of the Library of the Russian Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg

1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico)
1. Rurik 2. Igor of Kiev 3. Olga 4. Sviatoslav 5. Vladimir the Great 14. Ivan IV (from Il costume antico? by Giulio Ferrario), 1831. From a private collection

Boleslaw I Chrobry entering conquered Kiev, c. 1837. Artist: Michalowski, Piotr (1800-1855)
Boleslaw I Chrobry entering conquered Kiev, c. 1837. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (From the Tsarskiy titulyarnik (Tsars Book of Titles), 1672. Artist: Russian Master
Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich (From the Tsarskiy titulyarnik (Tsars Book of Titles), 1672. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Blessed Be the Host of the King of Heaven (Detail: Warriors Range: Ivan IV, Vladimir Monomakh, Vladimir I)
Blessed Be the Host of the King of Heaven (Detail: Warriors Range: Ivan IV, Vladimir Monomakh, Vladimir I, Boris and Gleb), 1550s. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Grand Duke Vladimir receiving the Ambassadors. Artist: Vereshchagin, Vasili Petrovich (1835-1909)
Grand Duke Vladimir receiving the Ambassadors. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bishkek

Prince Vladimir chooses a religion in 988 (A religious dispute in the Russian court), 1822. Found in the collection of the State Art Museum of Republic Latvia, Riga

Saint Vladimir of Kiev, Early 15th cen Artist: Russian icon
Saint Vladimir of Kiev, Early 15th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Saint Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich, Early 20th century. Artist: Russian icon
Saint Grand Duke Vladimir Svyatoslavich, Early 20th century. Private Collection

The Wedding of the Grand Duke Vladimir I. Svyatoslavich (Triptych, side panel), 1920s. From a private collection

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Vladimir Svyatoslavich, also known as Vladimir the Great, was a prominent figure in Russian history. He led the campaign to Chersonesos in 980-1015, leaving a lasting impact on the region. A coin bearing his portrait serves as a testament to his rule and influence during that time. One of the most significant events in Vladimir's life was his baptism, depicted in various artworks like "The Baptism of Prince Vladimir I" from the Radziwill Chronicle and "The Baptism of Russia" by Navozov. This pivotal moment marked the conversion of Kievan Rus' to Christianity and shaped its future. Vladimir came from a lineage that included Rurik, Igor of Kiev, Olga, and Sviatoslav. These ancestors played crucial roles in shaping Russian history before him. The portraits featured in "Portraits of the Russian Monarchy" highlight their importance alongside Vladimir himself. Another notable event involving Vladimir is Boleslaw the Brave's entry into Kiev late in the 18th century. This historical incident showcases both political alliances and conflicts during that era. Throughout his reign, he faced challenges such as dealing with rivals like Sviatopolk the Accursed, portrayed vividly by Boris Artemyevich Chorikov in "Sviatopolk The Accursed. " Despite these obstacles, Vladimir left an indelible mark on Russia's development. His legacy lives on through depictions like Saint Grand Duke Vladimir (1925) which honor him for his contributions to religion and state-building efforts. Artists like Klavdi Vasilyevich Lebedev capture moments such as "The baptism of residents of Kiev, " showcasing how this event impacted society at large. Vladimir Svyatoslavich stands tall among other influential figures throughout Russian history due to his campaigns, religious transformation through baptismal rites depicted across various artworks over the centuries, and his role in shaping the monarchy.