Statue of Catherine II ( The Great ), St Petersburg, Russia
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Statue of Catherine II ( The Great ), St Petersburg, Russia
Monument to Catherine the Great (Catherine II) in Catherine Square, a public garden in St Petersburg, Russia. It was installed in 1873. Below the statue of Catherine are figures representing Potemkin (politician and lover), Princess Dashkova (friend), Derzhavin (poet) and General Suvorov. The Alexandrinsky Theatre can be seen in the background -- it is the oldest Russian national theatre, founded in 1756. Date: circa 1904
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1756 1873 Arts Catherine Figures Friend Lover Neoclassical Oldest Petersburg Potemkin Suvorov Visual Derzhavin
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This photograph print showcases the monument to Catherine the Great (Catherine II) located in Catherine Square, a serene public garden in the heart of St. Petersburg, Russia. Erected in 1873, the monument is a stunning tribute to the remarkable 18th-century Russian empress, who ruled from 1762 to 1796. The statue of Catherine is flanked by figures representing some of her most notable companions and associates: Grigory Potemkin, her politician and lover; Princess Natalya Alexandrovna Dashkova, her friend and patron of sciences; poet Gavril Derzhavin; and General Alexander Suvorov. The monument, a masterpiece of Neoclassical art, stands proudly amidst the verdant greenery of the square, with the majestic Alexandrinsky Theatre visible in the background. Founded in 1756, the Alexandrinsky Theatre is the oldest Russian national theatre and a significant architectural landmark, adding to the historical charm of the scene. The theatre's classical design is a fitting backdrop to the monument, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of St. Petersburg during the 18th and 19th centuries. This photograph print offers a glimpse into the grandeur and history of Russia's imperial past, making it an essential addition to any art or history collection.
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