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Coach and Escort Service in the Steppes, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
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Coach and Escort Service in the Steppes, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
Coach and Escort Service in the Steppes, 19th century. One of 21 watercolors (out of an original 27) from an album relating to the history of the Siberian Cossacks held by the Rare Books Department of the Russian State Library in Moscow. The album was created as a gift for the future Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918, reigned 1895-1917), Most August Ataman of All Cossack Voiskos (Commander of all Cossack troops, a title bestowed by Nicholas I), and presented to him in the summer of 1891 on his return to Saint Petersburg through Siberia from a trip to the Russian Far East. The theme of the album is Cossack history east of the Ural Mountains, beginning with the victory of the Cossack hetman (or ataman) Ermak Timofeevich (died 1585) over Khan Kuchum in 1582 and continuing with subjects from more than three centuries of Russian history
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Coach and Escort Service in the Steppes" is a captivating watercolor painting by Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin, depicting a scene from the 19th century Siberian frontier. The image showcases a group of three men on horseback, leading a convoy of covered wagons through the vast, desolate steppes. The harsh weather of the region is evident, with a snowstorm brewing in the distance. The men, dressed in military attire, are determinedly making their way through the adversity, their horses plodding on through the deep snow. This painting is one of 21 watercolors from an album presented to Tsar Nicholas II in 1891, during his return journey from a trip to the Russian Far East. The album, held by the Rare Books Department of the Russian State Library in Moscow, is a testament to the rich history of the Siberian Cossacks, with subjects ranging from the victory of Cossack hetman Ermak Timofeevich over Khan Kuchum in 1582 to more than three centuries of Russian history. The painting metaphorically represents the spirit of resilience and determination of the Cossacks, who played a crucial role in the exploration and settlement of the Siberian frontier. The image of the coach and escort service on the move, through the remote and challenging terrain, is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and hardships endured by those who dared to venture into the unknown. Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin's masterful use of color and detail brings the scene to life, transporting the viewer back in time to the 19th century Siberian frontier. The painting is a valuable addition to the heritage of Russian art and history, and a testament to the enduring legacy of the Cossacks.
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