Alexander Ii 2 1818 1881 Collection

Portrait of the Tsesarevitch Alexander Nikolaevich in the uniform of the Atamansky Cossack regiment (oil on canvas)
8698251 Portrait of the Tsesarevitch Alexander Nikolaevich in the uniform of the Atamansky Cossack regiment (oil on canvas) by Kruger

Portrait of Tsesarevich Alexander Nikolaevich in the uniform of the Leib Guard Black Sea Cossack squadron
8698250 Portrait of Tsesarevich Alexander Nikolaevich in the uniform of the Leib Guard Black Sea Cossack squadron (oil on canvas) by Dawe

Coronation of Tsar Alexander II in Moscow in 1855 - popular image, Coll. Dollfus
LSE4076489 Coronation of Tsar Alexander II in Moscow in 1855 - popular image, Coll

Portrait of the sovereigns of Europe during the Peace Treaty in 1856: from left to right
XEE4117753 Portrait of the sovereigns of Europe during the Peace Treaty in 1856: from left to right, Victor Emmanuel II (Victor Emmanuel) (Vittorio Emanuele), King of Sardinia, Victoria

Journey of the Russian Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) to Paris
XEE4178688 Journey of the Russian Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) to Paris: Gala presentation at the Opera Garnier. Engraving in " L univers illustrious", 1867

Reception of the French Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873
XEE4140001 Reception of the French Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873) by the Russian Tsar Alexander II (1818-1881) in Warsaw (Poland), 1858

Parade with Alexander II in front of the Anetchkoff Palace in St. Petersburg in 1856
JLJ4588305 Parade with Alexander II in front of the Anetchkoff Palace in St. Petersburg in 1856. Illustration of Charlemagne (19th century) Saint Petersburg

Portrait of Alexander II Nikolayevich (1818 - 1881)
GIA4700374 Portrait of Alexander II Nikolayevich (1818 - 1881)

Night party at the Tuileries on June 10, 1867, on the occasion of the visit of foreign
JLJ4691095 Night party at the Tuileries on June 10, 1867, on the occasion of the visit of foreign sovereigns to the world exhibition

Portrait of Alexander II, Emperor of Russia
XEE4410556 Portrait of Alexander II, Emperor of Russia

Visit of the Imperial Family of Russia to Germany, 1857
XEE4136272 Visit of the Imperial Family of Russia to Germany, 1857: Tsar Alexander II of Russia (1818-1881) and his wife, Maria Alexandrovna (Mary of Hesse Darmstadt)

Soldiers of the battleships regiment of Alexander II (1818-1881
XEE4169334 Soldiers of the battleships regiment of Alexander II (1818-1881) going to kiss the hand of the late tsar, in the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul of St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg), 1881

The water season in Kissengen, Germany, in 1864. Presents
XEE4164645 The water season in Kissengen, Germany, in 1864

Royal Lodge at the Gala Show of Stuttgart Palace (Germany), 1857
XEE4136473 Royal Lodge at the Gala Show of Stuttgart Palace (Germany), 1857

Tsar Alexander II (1818-1881) in a sleigh crosses a village under snow Watercolour by
JLJ4658015 Tsar Alexander II (1818-1881) in a sleigh crosses a village under snow Watercolour by Mihaly von Zichy (1827-1906) 19th century Saint Petersburg, Chateau de Peterhof by Zichy

All products are expertly crafted, using premium materials, tailored to your specifications and promptly shipped

"Alexander II (1818-1881): A Tsar Caught in the Crossfire of History" In the tumultuous 19th century, Tsar Alexander II Nikolayevich found himself at the center of numerous attacks and events that would shape his reign and ultimately seal his fate. One such incident was the infamous attack by Polish Berezowski on June 6, 1867. This print from that era captures the intensity and chaos surrounding this assault on the Russian ruler. However, it was not just one attempt on his life that Alexander II faced. The assassination plot against him in 1881 further highlighted the dangers he encountered as a leader. St. Petersburg became a battleground for this attack, as depicted in another illustration from the same period. The repercussions of these assaults were severe. After surviving such threats, Alexander II took swift action against those responsible for plotting against him. Nihilists who had been arrested were met with harsh punishment - hanging - serving as a stern warning to any future dissenters. Yet amidst these moments of turmoil and violence, there were also glimpses into more peaceful times during Alexander II's reign. The coronation ceremony held in Moscow in 1855 showcased an image of grandeur and unity among European sovereigns gathered together under one roof. Tragedy struck again when Maria Alexandrovna passed away in 1880, leading to a solemn funeral procession where Tsar Alexander II bid farewell to his beloved wife. Not all moments during his rule were marred by conflict or sorrow though; there were instances of diplomatic engagements too. His journey to Paris saw him being received by none other than French Emperor Napoleon III, highlighting their cordial relations despite political differences. To gain insight into more personal aspects of Alexander II's life, we can turn our attention to Gatchina Palace where he resided.