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Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, 1782. Artist: Dmitry Levitsky
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Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, 1782. Artist: Dmitry Levitsky
Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, 1782. Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) who came to the throne in 1762. A German princess, Catherine was chosen at the age of 14 to be the wife of Peter III of Russia. The marriage was a failure and Catherine conspired with a group of nobles including her lover, Count Orlov, to depose the Tsar with Catherine ruling in his stead. Her reign saw Russia take an increasing role in European affairs and expand its empire with the addition of the Crimea and much of Poland. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum, Pavlovsk Palace, St Petersburg
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This portrait captures the powerful presence of Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia, in 1782. Painted by Dmitry Levitsky, this artwork showcases Catherine II (1729-1796), who ascended to the throne in 1762. Originally a German princess named Sophia Augusta Frederica of Anhalt-Zerbst, she was married off at a tender age of 14 to Peter III of Russia. However, their union proved disastrous and Catherine conspired with nobles, including her lover Count Orlov, to overthrow her husband and assume control herself. Under Catherine's rule, Russia emerged as a prominent player on the European stage. Her reign witnessed significant territorial expansions such as the annexation of Crimea and large parts of Poland into the Russian Empire. This portrait symbolizes not only her authority but also her ambition for expanding Russian influence. In this painting, Catherine stands tall and regal donning exquisite robes that reflect her status as an empress. The artist skillfully captures every detail from her elegant dress to her commanding gaze. Levitsky's brushstrokes bring out both strength and femininity in this remarkable woman who defied societal norms. Today, this historical masterpiece is housed in the State Open-air Museum at Pavlovsk Palace in St Petersburg—a testament to Catherine's enduring legacy as one of Russia's most influential rulers.
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