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Tsar Nicholas II of Russia
Filename: 917_05_011666.jpg
Size: 3317 x 4900 (2.5MB)
Date: 1st January 1901
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Source: Universal Images Group
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Tsar Nicholas II of Russia
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia watching Cossack maneuvers at Livadia. From " Le Petit Journal", Paris, 29 September 1901
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Media ID 9699911
© Universal History Archive
1901 Authority Cloud Cossack Entertainment Grass Horizon Over Water Horse Horseback Riding Illustration Technique Large Group Of Animals Large Group Of People Le Petit Journal Leisure Mountain Nicholas Ii Only Men Royalty Text Traditional Clothing Tsar Watching Western Script Livadia
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1901, we witness the commanding presence of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia as he observes Cossack maneuvers at Livadia. The towering mountains serve as a majestic backdrop, their peaks disappearing into the clouds that hover above. The text accompanying the image provides historical context and reveals that it was originally featured in "Le Petit Journal" in Paris. Perched on his horse with an air of authority, Tsar Nicholas II gazes intently at the spectacle unfolding before him. Dressed in traditional clothing, the men on horseback showcase their equestrian skills while paying homage to their leader. A large group of people surrounds them, forming a sea of faces eager to witness this display of power and history. The architecture of Livadia adds to the grandeur of the scene, its built structures standing proudly against the vastness of nature. As day turns into night, a sense of leisure permeates through this moment frozen in time - an entertainment for both royalty and commoners alike. This vertical composition captures not only a significant event but also highlights themes such as tradition and animal symbolism. It is a testament to Western script's influence on Russian culture during that era and showcases illustration techniques prevalent at that time. As we delve into this photograph from UIG's collection, we are transported back to 1901 - an era where authority reigned supreme amidst breathtaking landscapes and timeless traditions.
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