Bekishe Collection

The Cossack Hetman of Ukraine Bohdan Khmelnytsky (1595-1657), 1899-1900. Private Collection

Bohdan Khmelnytsky with Tuhay Bey at Lviv. Found in the Collection of Muzeum Narodowe, Warsaw

A Zaporozhian. Artist: Repin, Ilya Yefimovich (1844-1930)
A Zaporozhian. Found in the collection of Regional Art Museum, Vitebsk

Bohdan Khmelnytsky and Tuhay Bey. Illustration for Book With Fire and Sword by Henryk Sienkiewicz, 1886. Private Collection

Cossacks, 1887. Private Collection

Illustration for Story Taras Bulba by N. Gogol. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Otaman Ivan Sirko, 1889. Artist: Repin, Ilya Yefimovich (1844-1930)
Otaman Ivan Sirko, 1889. From a private collection

Colonel of the Zaporizhian Host, 1880. Artist: Repin, Ilya Yefimovich (1844-1930)
Colonel of the Zaporizhian Host, 1880. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Sumy

Self-portrait. Artist: Orlowski, Alexander Osipovich (1777-1832)
Self-portrait. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

A Zaporozhian Cossack, 1884. Artist: Makovsky, Konstantin Yegorovich (1839-1915)
A Zaporozhian Cossack, 1884. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Museum, Sumy

Portrait of Prince Stepan Borisovich Kurakin (1754-1805), Second Half of the 18th cen Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Prince Stepan Borisovich Kurakin (1754-1805), Second Half of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Regional Art Gallery, Tver

Taras Bulba (Illustration for Story by N. Gogol), 1890s. Artist: Zichy, Mihaly (1827-1906)
Taras Bulba (Illustration for Story by N. Gogol), 1890s. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Franz Joseph I of Austria in Hungarian Uniform. Artist: Osko, Lajos (1865-1922)
Portrait of Franz Joseph I of Austria in Hungarian Uniform. From a private collection

Portrait of Count Michael Johann von der Borch (1751-1810). Artist: Guttenbrunn, Ludwig (1750-1819)
Portrait of Count Michael Johann von der Borch (1751-1810). Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

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"Bekishe: A Glimpse into the Rich Cossack Heritage" Step back in time to the era of Bohdan Khmelnytsky, the renowned Cossack Hetman of Ukraine (1595-1657), as we explore the captivating world of "bekishe. " This traditional garment holds a significant place in Ukrainian history and culture. One cannot help but be mesmerized by Ilya Repin's masterpiece, "A Zaporozhian, " which beautifully captures the essence of a proud warrior donning his bekishe. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring this historical figure to life, reminding us of their bravery and resilience. In Henryk Sienkiewicz's epic novel "With Fire and Sword, " we encounter an illustration depicting Khmelnytsky alongside Tuhay Bey. This powerful image symbolizes unity amidst adversity, showcasing their alliance against common foes. The bond between Cossacks is further highlighted in Repin's painting "Cossacks" from 1887. Here, we witness brotherhood and camaraderie as they stand united under their distinctive bekishes. Another striking portrayal is found in Lviv where Khmelnytsky meets Tuhay Bey. Their encounter signifies diplomacy amidst conflict—a testament to Khmelnytsky's leadership skills that shaped Ukrainian history forever. Nikolai Gogol's iconic story "Taras Bulba" also features vivid illustrations capturing the spirit of these warriors. One such artwork depicts Taras Bulba himself wearing his bekishe with pride—an embodiment of strength and honor. Ivan Sirko, an esteemed Otaman, is immortalized through Repin's brushstrokes in 1889. His commanding presence exudes authority while adorned in his distinguished bekishe—a true representation of power within the Zaporizhian Host.