Nicolas Ii / Costume / 1890
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Nicolas Ii / Costume / 1890
ELIZABETH FEODOROVNA - Russian Grand Duchess with the future Czar, Nicholas II in theatrical costume (for the play Eugenie Onegin)
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Czar Duchess Eugenie Feodorovna Future Nicholas Elizabeth Onegin
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This photograph captures the young Russian Grand Duchess Elizabeth Feodorovna (1845-1894) and the future Czar Nicholas II (1868-1918) in their theatrical costumes for a production of Eugene Onegin. The image, taken around 1890, portrays the grand duchess in an elegant and flowing white dress, adorned with intricate floral detailing, while the future czar dons a black waistcoat, white shirt, and cravat, accessorized with a sword and a sash. Elizabeth, the daughter of Danish Prince Christian of Schleswig-Holstein, was known for her love of the arts and her support of Russian culture. Her passion for the theater led her to encourage her husband, Alexander III, to establish the Imperial Theatres Committee, which oversaw the management of all the imperial theaters in Russia. Nicholas II, who would later succeed his father as czar, was also an avid theatergoer and actor. He and Elizabeth shared a deep connection, both personally and professionally, as they both found solace and inspiration in the world of theater. The play Eugene Onegin, based on the novel in verse by Alexander Pushkin, was a popular choice for the imperial court's theatrical productions. The story of the romantic and tragic love triangle between Eugene Onegin, Tatyana, and Lensky resonated with the audience, and the opportunity to perform in the production provided a rare moment of joy and escape for the imperial family amidst the political turmoil of the late 19th century. This photograph offers a glimpse into the personal lives of the Russian royal family, revealing their love for the arts and their shared passion for the theater. The image serves as a poignant reminder of a bygone era, a time when the imperial family, though fraught with challenges, found solace and connection through the power of art and performance.
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