Nicholas Ii Collection (page 11)

NICHOLAS II (1868-1918). Emperor Nicholas II of Russia and Grand Duke Nikolai Nikolayevich Jr. during a military exercise. Photograph, c1914

GRAND DUCHESS TATIANA (1897-1918). Grand Duchess of Russia and daughter of Czar Nicholas II. Carrying a stretcher loaded with sod outside Alexander Palace

RUSSIA: ROYAL FAMILY, c1905. The children of Czar Nicholas II of Russia. Photograph, c1905

TSARSKOYE SELO, 1917. Tsar Nicholas II, along with his family and staff, working in the garden at the Tsarskoye Selo imperial palace while under guard following the Tsars abdication

MARIA FYODOROVNA (1847-1928). Nee Marie Sophie Frederikke Dagmar. Princess of Denmark; wife of Tsar Alexander III of Russia

CZAR NICHOLAS II & ALEXIS. Czar Nicholas II of Russia (1868-1918) with his son, Czarevitch Alexis (1904-1918). Undated photograph

CZAREVITCH ALEXIS OF RUSSIA. Czarevith Alexis Nikolaevich (1904-1918) of Russia, only son of Czar Nicholas II

CHILDREN OF NICHOLAS II. The children of Czar Nicholas II of Russia, c1910. Left to right: Marie, Tatiana, Anastasia, Alexis, Olga

NICHOLAS II (1868-1918). Czar of Russia. Four of the former Czars five children resting after gardening during their captivity at Tsarskoye Sela Palace in 1917

CZAR NICHOLAS II & FAMILY. Czar Nicholas II of Russia with the Czarina Alexandra and their children in 1905. Oil over a photograph

NICHOLAS II (1868-1918). Czar of Russia, 1894-1917. Photograph by W. & D. Downey, c1894

ROYAL PARTY, 1893. A royal party at the opera. Left to right: Duke of York (later George V), Princess May, Grand Duke of Hesse, Grand Duchess of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the Czarevitch

ROBERT GUISCARD (c1015-1085). Norman military leader. Robert Guiscard invested by Pope Nicholas II as Duke of Apulia, Calabria, and Sicily, 1059. Detail from a miniature

ROYAL WEDDING, 1894. The wedding of Ernest Louis, Grand Duke of Hesse and Princess Victoria Melita of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha at Coburg

BRITISH AND RUSSIAN ROYALS. King Edward VII and Tsar Nicholas II with their families at Cowes, England in 1909. Seated, left to right: Princess of Wales, Nicholas II, Edward VII, Tsarina Alexandra

Tsar Nicholas II of Russia watching Cossack maneuvers at Livadia. From " Le Petit Journal", Paris, 29 September 1901

Wilhelm II with Nicholas II
Wilhelm II, the German Kaiser, asking Nicholas II, Tsar of Russia, his reason for building a new fleet. Cartoon by Bernard Partridge from " Punch", London, 23 June 1909

Might Is Right illustration
Might Is Right". Germany (Wilhelm II) bullying Russia (Nicholas II), still humiliated, battered and weak from defeat in the Russo - Japanese War (1904 - 1905)

Russian foreign policy, Nicholas II (1868 - 1919)
Russian foreign policy. Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894, arriving at Cherbourg, France, on a state visit. From " Le Petit Journal", Paris, 11 October 1896

Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894, reviewing his Cossack troops at Loubet. Cartoon by Caran d Ache from " Le Rire", 2 June 1902

Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894, against a chaotic background of death and destruction. Caricature from " L Assiette au Beurre", Paris, 29 September 1906

Russian foreign police
Russian foreign policy. France, in the guise of her mascots Chanticleer, the cockerel, and Madeleine, making advances to " Nicholas II (1868 - 1919) Tsar of Russia from 1894

Caricature of European States: Wilhelm II, Tsar Nicholas II, Victor Emmanuel III
Caricature of the European States (L Invitation a la valse; bon souvenir les Etats Unis d Europe). Wilhelm II, Czar Nicholas II, Victor Emmanuel III, French President Loubert and Edward VII of England

Bust of Nicholas II, last Tsar of Russia in the gardens of the Russian Orthodox Church of the Archangel Michael, Sochi, Russia

RUSSIA: KHODYNKA TRAGEDY. Mass panic at Khodynka Field in Moscow during the coronation celebration for Czar Nicholas II, after a rumor spread that there were not enough presents for everyone, May 1896

MARIA FYODOROVNA (1847-1928). N

GRAND DUKE ALEXIS (1850-1908). Russian prince. Reception of the Grand Duke on his arrival in New York, November 1871, at the beginning of a visit to America

RUSSIA: MOSCOW, 1896. The city of Moscow illuminated for the coronation of Tsar Nicholas II, 1896. Watercolor, 1899

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Uncle Sam applying a steel cinch on the globe, a cartoon symbolizing the dominance of the American steel industry, 1901. Hand-colored woodcut of a 1901 illustration

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Nicholas II, the last Emperor of Russia, ruled during a tumultuous period in history. His reign was marked by significant events and influential figures such as Grigori Yefimovich Rasputin, whose influence on the royal family would have far-reaching consequences. In 1909, Nicholas II was photographed alongside George V, the Prince of Wales at the time. This image captured a moment of camaraderie between two powerful leaders. An intriguing depiction titled "Angling in Troubled Waters" portrays Europe during this era with a touch of satire and commentary on its political climate, and is an artistic representation that reflects the challenges faced by Nicholas II as he navigated through turbulent times. In 1906, Nicholas II attended the opening ceremony of the first Duma in St Petersburg. This event showcased his willingness to engage with political reforms and establish a more democratic system within Russia. Often referred to as "The Little Father, " Nicholas II's portrait from 1897 captures his regal presence and hints at his role as both ruler and protector of his people. Painted by Jean Baptiste Guth, it showcases his authority while also revealing glimpses into his personality. Another notable artwork is Ilya Repin's portrait from 1896 which depicts Emperor Nicholas II shortly after ascending to power. The painting exudes grandeur and highlights the opulence associated with Russian royalty during this period. One pivotal moment in Nicholas II's life was his coronation ceremony in 1896 held at Assumption Cathedral. Valentin Alexandrovich Serov immortalized this event through artistry capturing not only its splendor but also foreshadowing future challenges that lay ahead for him and Russia. As tensions grew within Russia leading up to World War I, Tsar Nicholas II found himself facing increasing opposition resulting in exile to Tobolsk, Siberia in August 1917. A photograph taken during this time shows him surrounded by armed guards, a stark contrast to his previous regal lifestyle.