Chesma Collection

Catherine II laying the trophies of the Battle of Chesma on the tomb of Peter the Great, 1791. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Allegory of Catherine the Great?s Victory over the Turks and Tatars, 1772. Artist: Torelli, Stefano (1712-1784)
Allegory of Catherine the Great?s Victory over the Turks and Tatars, 1772. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

The naval Battle of Chesma. The naval Battle of Lemnos. 1770, 1771. Private Collection

Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse, 1770. Private Collection

Russian and Turkish fleet before the Battle of Chesma on July 5, 1770. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Medal for the Victory of Chesma. Reverse. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Constantine Kanaris destroys by fire three Turkish ships of the line at Tchesme (From the Album of G Artist: Hess)
Constantine Kanaris destroys by fire three Turkish ships of the line at Tchesme (From the Album of Greek Heroism). Private Collection

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov after the Victory of Chesma, Second Half of the 18th cen Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov after the Victory of Chesma, Second Half of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of the commander-in-chief of the fleet Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma (1737)
Portrait of the commander-in-chief of the fleet Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov of Chesma (1737?1808), Late 18th cent.. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Palace Gatchina, St

Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov in the Battle of Chesma, 19th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Destruction Turkish Fleet Russians Naval Battle Of Chesme
The destruction of the Turkish fleet in the Aegean sea by the Russians in the naval Battle of Chesme, 7th July, 1770, during the Russo-Turkish War (1768-1774)

The Destruction of the Turkish Fleet at the Bay of Chesma, 1772 (oil on canvas)
BAL496189 The Destruction of the Turkish Fleet at the Bay of Chesma, 1772 (oil on canvas) by Hackert, Jacob-Philippe (1737-1807); Peterhof Palace, Petrodvorets, St

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"Chesma: A Tale of Naval Triumph and Heroism" Step into the world of Admiral Samuel Greig, a legendary figure whose valor and strategic brilliance shaped the course of history. Through captivating oil paintings like "Admiral Samuel Greig, " we glimpse his unwavering determination etched on canvas. The Battle of Chesma, another masterpiece in oils, transports us to a tumultuous clash between Russian and Turkish fleets. The sheer magnitude of this naval encounter is brought to life by brushstrokes that capture every wave crashing against mighty vessels. Intrigue deepens as we explore the naval Battle of Lemnos, where echoes from 1770 and 1771 resound with tales of bravery and sacrifice. The Medal for the Victory reveals an emblematic reverse side that commemorates these historic triumphs. Imagine standing on deck, witnessing the Russian and Turkish fleets poised before their fateful confrontation on July 5th, 1770. This pivotal moment is immortalized in art—a testament to human resilience amidst chaos. Catherine II's reverence for her nation's heroes shines through as she lays trophies from the Battle upon Peter the Great's tomb in Hune's poignant painting from 1791. It symbolizes a legacy intertwined with honor and gratitude. Constantine Kanaris emerges as an indomitable force when he single-handedly engulfs three Turkish ships at Tchesme—an awe-inspiring feat captured by artist Peter von Hess. His fiery determination illuminates our imagination even centuries later. Count Alexey Grigoryevich Orlov stands tall after securing victory at Chesma—his portrait radiating pride in his accomplishments during this monumental battle. Anonymous artists skillfully depict his leadership prowess throughout various artworks spanning time. An allegorical masterpiece titled "Allegory of Catherine the Great’s Victory over Turks and Tatars" showcases Stefano Torelli's genius.