Basils Cathedral Collection

Red Square, Moscow, from The Character of the Russians
TRV230408 Red Square, Moscow, from The Character of the Russians and a Detailed History of Muscovy by Robert Lyall, published 1823 (litho) by English School

The Moscow Courtyard, 1902 (oil on canvas)
SRM96547 The Moscow Courtyard, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Polenov, Vasilij Dmitrievich (1844-1927); 55.2x44 cm; State Russian Museum, St

St Basils Cathedral Moscow Kremlin public road
St. Basils Cathedral in Moscow, Kremlin in Moscow, public road, Basils Cathedral, Kremlin, Moscow, Marius Bauer (mentioned on object), c. 1898, paper, brush, h 650 mm × w 567 mm

St. Basils Cathedral, Moscow, Russia

Red Square, Moscow, 1801 (oil on canvas)
BAL40907 Red Square, Moscow, 1801 (oil on canvas) by Alekseev, Fedor Yakovlevich (1753-1824); 81.3x110.5 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

A Small Yard in Moscow, 1878 (oil on canvas)
BAL37550 A Small Yard in Moscow, 1878 (oil on canvas) by Polenov, Vasilij Dmitrievich (1844-1927); 64.5x80.1 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Laying of the Moskvoretsky Bridge in Moscow, 1830 (oil on canvas)
BAL194498 Laying of the Moskvoretsky Bridge in Moscow, 1830 (oil on canvas) by Hampeln, Charles de (1808-c.1880); 55.5x80 cm; Museum of History, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Palm Sunday Procession under the Reign of Tsar Alexis Romanov (1629-76) 1868 (oil
XIR179382 Palm Sunday Procession under the Reign of Tsar Alexis Romanov (1629-76) 1868 (oil on canvas) by Schwarz, Viatcheslav Grigorievitch (1838-68); 60x122 cm; State Russian Museum, St

Celebration for the Coronation of Tsar Nicolas II (1894-1917) Arrival of the Cortege in Red Square
XIR220762 Celebration for the Coronation of Tsar Nicolas II (1894-1917) Arrival of the Cortege in Red Square, from Le Petit Journal, 31st May 1896 (coloured engraving) by Meyer

St Basils Cathedral
circa 1900: The Church of St Basil in Red Square Moscow, featuring a central ornamental spire surrounded by smaller Indian cupolas. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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St. Basil's Cathedral, located in Moscow, Russia, is an iconic symbol of the country's rich history and cultural heritage. The cathedral stands proudly on Red Square, surrounded by a myriad of historical events and artistic depictions. One such depiction is "The Morning of the Execution of the Streltsy in 1698, " a captivating oil painting from 1881. This artwork portrays the somber atmosphere surrounding the execution that took place near St. Basil's Cathedral during Tsar Peter I's reign. Another notable painting capturing Red Square is "The Moscow Courtyard" from 1902. This masterpiece showcases the architectural beauty of St. Basil's Cathedral amidst a bustling cityscape, offering a glimpse into daily life in Moscow at that time. Throughout history, prominent figures have been drawn to this magnificent structure as well. U. S Secretary of State John Kerry once stood before its grandeur, emphasizing its significance as both a tourist attraction and diplomatic landmark. Strolling along public roads near St. Basil's Cathedral allows visitors to immerse themselves in its awe-inspiring presence while admiring its intricate design and vibrant colors. Artists have long been inspired by this architectural marvel too; paintings like "Red Square, Moscow" (1801) and "A Small Yard in Moscow" (1878) capture different perspectives of St. Basil's Cathedral within their respective compositions. Furthermore, significant events have unfolded around this historic site over centuries: from witnessing the laying of Moskvoretsky Bridge depicted in an 1830 painting to being part of religious processions such as Palm Sunday under Tsar Alexis Romanov’s rule or celebrating Tsar Nicolas II’s coronation with grandeur and fanfare. St. Basil's Cathedral serves not only as an embodiment of Russian culture but also acts as a witness to countless historical moments throughout time – forever etching itself into our collective memory.