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Military Settlement Service of the Siberian Cossacks Welcoming the Authorities, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
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Military Settlement Service of the Siberian Cossacks Welcoming the Authorities, 19th century. Creator: Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin
Military Settlement Service of the Siberian Cossacks Welcoming the Authorities, 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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This watercolor painting, titled "Military Settlement Service of the Siberian Cossacks Welcoming the Authorities," was created by Russian artist Nikolay Nikolaevich Karazin in the late 19th century. The image is one of 21 watercolors from an album chronicling the history of the Siberian Cossacks, held in the Rare Books Department of the Russian State Library in Moscow. The album was a thoughtful gift for the future Tsar Nicholas II, who was presented with it in the summer of 1891 during his return journey from a trip to the Russian Far East. The painting portrays a grand welcome ceremony by the Siberian Cossacks as they greet the authorities. The Cossacks, a unique military and social class in Russian history, were instrumental in the conquest and settlement of Siberia. Their rich heritage is depicted in this album, which begins with the victory of Cossack hetman Ermak Timofeevich over Khan Kuchum in 1582 and continues through more than three centuries of Russian history. The Military Settlement Service scene showcases the Cossacks' military prowess and discipline, as they proudly display their weapons and banners. The vibrant colors and intricate details of the painting evoke a sense of awe and admiration for the Cossacks' resilience and dedication to the Russian Empire. The painting is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Siberian Cossacks and the pivotal role they played in the expansion and development of the Russian Empire.
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