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Augustus Ii Collection

Augustus II, also known as Augustus the Strong, was a prominent figure in European history during the late 17th and early 18th centuries

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Portrait of Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), 1768-1771. Creator: Bacciarelli

Portrait of Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), 1768-1771. Creator: Bacciarelli, Marcello (1731-1818)
Portrait of Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), 1768-1771. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Anna Sofia of Denmark with her sons, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: David von Krafft

Anna Sofia of Denmark with her sons, late 17th-early 18th century. Creator: David von Krafft
Anna Sofia of Denmark with her sons, late 17th-early 18th century. Anna Sofia (1647-1717), princess of Denmark, electress of Saxony, her sons Johann Georg IV, (1668-1697), elector of Saxony

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: The free election of Augustus II at Wola, outside Warsaw, in 1697, 1697-1704

The free election of Augustus II at Wola, outside Warsaw, in 1697, 1697-1704. Creator: Altomonte, Martino (1657-1745)
The free election of Augustus II at Wola, outside Warsaw, in 1697, 1697-1704. Found in the Collection of the Royal Castle, Warsaw

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: August II the Strong, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, late 17th-mid 18th century

August II the Strong, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, late 17th-mid 18th century

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Friedrich August I / August II the strong, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, 1704

Friedrich August I / August II the strong, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, 1704. Creator: Anon
Friedrich August I / August II the strong, 1670-1733, elector of Saxony, king of Poland, 1704

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: August II af Polen, 1761-1860. Creator: Unknown

August II af Polen, 1761-1860. Creator: Unknown
August II af Polen, 1761-1860

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: The Vest of August the Strong, 1840. Creator: Adolph Menzel

The Vest of August the Strong, 1840. Creator: Adolph Menzel
The Vest of August the Strong, 1840

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Portrait of Aurora of Koenigsmark, between 1705 and 1710. Creator: Unknown

Portrait of Aurora of Koenigsmark, between 1705 and 1710. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Aurora of Koenigsmark, between 1705 and 1710

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: The Battle of Kalisz on 29 October 1706, ca 1730. Creator: Anonymous

The Battle of Kalisz on 29 October 1706, ca 1730. Creator: Anonymous
The Battle of Kalisz on 29 October 1706, ca 1730. Found in the collection of the Muzeum Narodowe, Krakow

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Alliance of Kings Frederick I. in Prussia, August II the Strong and Frederick IV of Denmark, 1709

Alliance of Kings Frederick I. in Prussia, August II the Strong and Frederick IV of Denmark, 1709. Found in the Collection of Stiftung PreuB ische Schlo sser und Ga rten Berlin-Brandenburg

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Augustus II of Saxony giving the King of Prussia an entire regiment of dragoons in exchange for

Augustus II of Saxony giving the King of Prussia an entire regiment of dragoons in exchange for... (chromolitho)
2788849 Augustus II of Saxony giving the King of Prussia an entire regiment of dragoons in exchange for... (chromolitho) by European School

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Augustus II the Strong, 1718, (1936). Creator: Unknown

Augustus II the Strong, 1718, (1936). Creator: Unknown
Augustus II the Strong, 1718, (1936). August Der Starke. Portrait of Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), Elector of Saxony as Frederick Augustus I

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: The free election of Augustus II at Wola, outside Warsaw, in 1697, 1700

The free election of Augustus II at Wola, outside Warsaw, in 1697, 1700. From a private collection

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: View and perspective of the entrance of the King of Poland in Warsaw with his palace, 1735

View and perspective of the entrance of the King of Poland in Warsaw with his palace, 1735. From a private collection

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: August II. Der Starke, (1933). Creator: Unknown

August II. Der Starke, (1933). Creator: Unknown
August II. Der Starke, (1933). Portrait of Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733), Elector of Saxony (as Frederick Augustus I), Imperial Vicar, elected King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Anna Sophie of Denmark (1647-1717), Electress of Saxony with sons John George and Frederick Augustus

Anna Sophie of Denmark (1647-1717), Electress of Saxony with sons John George and Frederick Augustus. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Portrait of Frederick Augustus of Poland and Saxony (1670-1733)

Portrait of Frederick Augustus of Poland and Saxony (1670-1733). Artist: Silvestre, Louis de, (Copy) (1675-1760)
Portrait of Frederick Augustus of Poland and Saxony (1670-1733). Found in the collection of State Art Gallery, Lviv

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Portrait of Anna Constantia, Countess of Cosel (1680-1765), nee von Brockdorff

Portrait of Anna Constantia, Countess of Cosel (1680-1765), nee von Brockdorff. Artist: Silvestre, Louis de (1675-1760)
Portrait of Anna Constantia, Countess of Cosel (1680-1765), nee von Brockdorff. Private Collection

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Parade of the Ladies Ring Races on Juny 6, 1709 in Dresden, 1710. Artist: Fritzsche, C. H

Parade of the Ladies Ring Races on Juny 6, 1709 in Dresden, 1710. Artist: Fritzsche, C. H. (active 18th century)
Parade of the Ladies Ring Races on Juny 6, 1709 in Dresden, 1710. Found in the collection of the Dresden State Art Collections

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733). Elector of Saxony (1694-1733) and king of Poland (1697-1733)

Augustus II the Strong (1670-1733). Elector of Saxony (1694-1733) and king of Poland (1697-1733). Engraving

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Portrait of Augustus II, Duke of Saxony, Johan Barra, 1603 - 1634

Portrait of Augustus II, Duke of Saxony, Johan Barra, 1603 - 1634

Background imageAugustus Ii Collection: Polish Parliament where one party proclaims Augustus II the Strong as king and the

Polish Parliament where one party proclaims Augustus II the Strong as king and the other party proclaims Francois Louis Bourbon-Conti, 1697


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Augustus II, also known as Augustus the Strong, was a prominent figure in European history during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He played a significant role in shaping alliances and exerting his power across different kingdoms. One of his notable alliances was with King Frederick I of Prussia. Together, they formed the Alliance of Kings, which aimed to strengthen their positions in Europe. This alliance proved fruitful for both rulers as they shared military resources and supported each other's interests. In 1709, Augustus II made an intriguing exchange with Frederick IV of Denmark. He gave the King of Prussia an entire regiment of dragoons in return for something undisclosed. The details surrounding this transaction remain shrouded in mystery but have captivated historians throughout the years. A chromolitho from 1936 depicts Augustus II during his reign as Elector of Saxony. The artwork showcases his strong presence and regal demeanor, reflecting why he earned the moniker "the Strong. " Another significant event in Augustus II's life was his free election at Wola outside Warsaw in 1697. This marked a pivotal moment when he ascended to power as King of Poland, solidifying his influence over multiple territories. The grandeur associated with Augustus II is evident through depictions such as the view and perspective of his entrance into Warsaw accompanied by his palace in 1735. It portrays him as a powerful monarch who commanded attention wherever he went. Family played an essential role for Augustus II; portraits depict him alongside Anna Sophie of Denmark, Electress of Saxony, along with their sons John George and Frederick Augustus. These images highlight not only familial bonds but also political connections between different ruling families. Anna Constantia von Brockdorff holds another important place within Augustus II's life story. As Countess Cosel, she had a profound impact on him personally and politically.