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Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra attending a ball in their honour held at the French Embassy in Moscow following their coronation, 1896 (engraving)
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Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra attending a ball in their honour held at the French Embassy in Moscow following their coronation, 1896 (engraving)
6000525 Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra attending a ball in their honour held at the French Embassy in Moscow following their coronation, 1896 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra attending a ball in their honour held at the French Embassy in Moscow following their coronation, 1896. Les fetes de Moscou. Le Tsar et la Tsarine au bal de l ambassade de France. Illustration from Le Petit Parisien, 7 June 1896.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22568460
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Alexandra Feodorovna Alix Of Hesse Ambassador Attending Celebrations Coronation Embassy Embassy Building Kremlin Moscow Nicholas Ii Romanov Tsar Tsarina Welcoming Empress
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This engraving captures the grandeur and elegance of Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra attending a magnificent ball held in their honor at the French Embassy in Moscow, following their coronation in 1896. The image showcases the opulence of late 19th-century European royalty, as well as the significant influence France had on Russian culture during this era. The regal couple is depicted amidst a sea of elegantly dressed guests, exuding grace and charm. Their presence commands attention as they are warmly greeted by Gustave Lannes, Marquis de Montebello, the French ambassador to Russia at that time. The embassy building itself serves as an exquisite backdrop for this momentous occasion. This enchanting scene not only highlights the splendor of royal celebrations but also symbolizes diplomatic relations between two powerful nations. It offers a glimpse into a world where politics and diplomacy were intertwined with lavish festivities. Tsar Nicholas II's reign marked the end of an era for imperial Russia, while Tsarina Alexandra brought her own unique background from Germany's Hesse region to enrich Russian court life. This print immortalizes their union and provides insight into their early years together as rulers. Through this engraving, we can appreciate both the historical significance of this event and its artistic representation. It stands as a testament to an age when empires collided on dance floors filled with nobility from across Europe – a snapshot frozen in time that continues to captivate viewers today.
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