Alexander Nikolayevich Collection

Portrait of Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich of Russia (1818-1881). Creator: Stieler
Portrait of Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich of Russia (1818-1881). Private Collection

Junker of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Junker of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Private Collection

Emperor Alexander II in the gala uniform of the Life Guard Cavalry Regiment, 1856. From a private collection

Portrait of Crown Prince Alexander Nikolayevich (1818-81), 1830 (oil on canvas) Radichtchev Museum, Saratov, Russia (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Assassination of Tsar Alexander II in St Petersburg, 1881. Private Collection

Transportation of the wounded Tsar Alexander II after the assassination, 1881. Private Collection

Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Creator: Krüger
Tsar Nicholas I of Russia with Tsarevich Alexander and his Retinue. Private Collection

The Bear Hunt of Tsar Alexander II, 1872. Creator: Zichy, Mihaly (1827-1906)
The Bear Hunt of Tsar Alexander II, 1872. Private Collection

Sophia Perovskaya before the Court, 1881. Creator: Anonymous
Sophia Perovskaya before the Court, 1881. Private Collection

Dmitry Vladimirovich Karakozov, 1866. Creator: Anonymous
Dmitry Vladimirovich Karakozov, 1866. Found in the Collection of State Museum of Revolution, Moscow

Andrei Zhelyabov before the Court, 1881. Creator: Anonymous
Andrei Zhelyabov before the Court, 1881. Private Collection

The Assassination of Count Mikhail Loris-Melikov. From Le Monde Illustre, 1880
The Assassination of Count Mikhail Loris-Melikov. From " Le Monde Illustre", 1880. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

The Winter Palace after the explosion, evening of February 17, 1880. Creator: De Haenen
The Winter Palace after the explosion, evening of February 17, 1880. From " Le Monde Illustre", 1880. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Emperor Alexander II after the explosion, evening of February 17, 1880. Creator: De Haenen
Emperor Alexander II after the explosion, evening of February 17, 1880. From " Le Monde Illustre", 1880. Found in the Collection of Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Grand Prince Alexander Nikolayevich as colonel-in-chief of the Austrian 4th Hussar Regiment, 1845. From a private collection

Tsar Alexander II reviewing troops, 1867. Artist: Anonymous
Tsar Alexander II reviewing troops, 1867. From a private collection

The Jesters, 1865, (1965). Creator: Illarion Pryanishnikov
The Jesters, 1865, (1965). A retired official is mocked by drunks. Scene inspired by A.N.Ostrovskys play " Jokers", which premiered in 1864 in St Petersburg and Moscow

Portrait of the statesman Alexandr Nikolayevich Golitsyn, 1840, (1965). Creator: Karl Briullov
Portrait of the statesman Alexandr Nikolayevich Golitsyn, 1840, (1965). Russian politician Golitsyn (1773-1844) was Minister of Culture and Chairman of the State Council

The Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1861. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Unforgettable day of the Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1865. Artist: Russian Master
Unforgettable day of the Emancipation of the serfs in 1861, 1865. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

Dining room of the Winter Palace after the explosion, evening of February 17, 1880, 1880. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

The hunting party of Emperor Alexander II. Private Collection

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1864. Private Collection

The Bear Hunt of Tsar Alexander II, 1858-1860. Found in the Collection of Regional Art Museum, Bryansk

Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1855. Private Collection

The decree of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881) to the Emancipation of the serfs, 1861. Found in the collection of Russian State Historical Archive (RGIA)

The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881, 1881. Private Collection

The Emancipation Manifesto of 3 March 1861. Found in the Collection of Russian State Historical Library, Moscow

The Reading the Emancipation Manifesto of 1861, Third Quarter of 19th cen.. Found in the collection of I. Turgenev Memorial Museum, Moscow

Armour-bearer of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Armour-bearer of the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron, 1829. Private Collection

Alexander II Proclaiming the Emancipation of the Serfs. Private Collection

The Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich on a Bear hunt on the Outskirts a Moscow, 1843. Artist: Grashof, Otto (1812-1876)
The Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich on a Bear hunt on the Outskirts a Moscow, 1843. Private Collection

Saint George Standard of the Cavalry at the Time of Alexander II, 1872. Artist: Flags, Banners and Standards
Saint George Standard of the Cavalry at the Time of Alexander II, 1872. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s. Artist: Tyurin, Ivan Alexeevich (1824-1904)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s. Found in the collection of State History Museum, Moscow

The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881. Artist: Anonymous
The Assassination of Alexander II on 13 March 1881. Private Collection

Map of Petersburg. Artist: Anonymous master
Map of Petersburg. Private Collection

Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1867. Artist: Piratsky, Karl Karlovich (1813-1889)
Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1867. From a private collection

Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1854-1862. Artist: Jebens, Adolf (1819-1888)
Convoy of His Imperial Highness, 1854-1862. From a private collection

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1840s. Artist: Anonymous
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1840s. From a private collection

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1862. Artist: Reichert, Fyodor Martynovich (?-1881)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1862. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

An explosion that destroyed the Tsars Alexander II freight car, November 1979, 1880. Found in the Collection of Russian State Library, Moscow

Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s-1870s. Artist: Borel, Pyotr Fyodorovich (1829-1898)
Portrait of Emperor Alexander II (1818-1881), 1860s-1870s. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

The Announcement of the Serfs Emancipation Manifesto in the Dormition Cathedral on March 5, 1861, 1861. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

Emperor Alexander II. Artist: Vrubel, Mikhail Alexandrovich (1856-1910)
Emperor Alexander II. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of the Crown prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), c1840. Artist: Franz Kruguer
Portrait of the Crown prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), c1840. Kruger, Franz (1797-1857). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Equestrian Portrait of Grand Prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), 1832. Artist: Franz Kruguer
Equestrian Portrait of Grand Prince Alexander Nikolayevich, (1818-1881), 1832. Kruger, Franz (1797-1857). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

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Alexander Nikolayevich, also known as Tsarevich Alexander Nikolaevich of Russia, was born in 1818 and played a significant role in Russian history. This portrait by Stieler captures his regal presence and hints at the future responsibilities he would bear. At a young age, Alexander joined the Life-Guards Caucasian-Mountain squadron as a Junker. The artwork by Belousov showcases his dedication to serving his country and participating in military campaigns. As Crown Prince Alexander Nikolayevich, he embodied the hopes and aspirations of the Russian people. His portrait reflects both his noble lineage and the weight of expectations placed upon him. In 1856, Emperor Alexander II donned the gala uniform of the Life Guard Cavalry Regiment. This image symbolizes his commitment to upholding traditions while leading Russia into modernity. One of Alexander's most notable achievements was the emancipation of serfs in 1861. This groundbreaking reform forever changed Russian society and marked a turning point in its history. Tragedy struck on February 17, 1880 when an explosion rocked the Winter Palace's dining room. The aftermath is depicted here, reminding us of how close Alexander came to losing his life that evening. Unfortunately, fate had other plans for this remarkable leader. In 1881, Tsar Alexander II fell victim to assassination in St Petersburg. The chilling image portrays this momentous event that shook not only Russia but also reverberated throughout Europe. The transportation of wounded Tsar after the assassination further illustrates both his vulnerability and resilience amidst chaos and tragedy. This historical painting shows Tsar Nicholas I with young Tsarevich Alexander alongside their retinue—a glimpse into their complex relationship as father and son within imperial circles during turbulent times. Away from politics and duties, there were moments when Alexaner could enjoy leisurely pursuits like hunting bears—an activity captured beautifully by Zichy's artwork, showcasing his love for nature and adventure.