-- Over 200 photos and descriptions of objects of the Romanov Dynasty-- Details all facets of Imperial life from daily living to ceremonial affairs-- First comprehensive preview of this collectionAccompanies an exhibition at Wonders in Memphis, TN, running through September 15, 2002 and travelling to a further 6 other venues within the US.Over 250 objects from the Kremlin State Museum -- Preserve of History and Culture in Moscow -- illustrate the glory, majesty and intrigue of the Romanov dynasty. For 400 years, from Czar Mikhail Fedorovih to the sumptuous court of Nicholas and Alexandra, the Russian Czars and Czarinas surrounded themselves with beauty and grace beyond the means of most European royal houses. From magnificent ecclesiastical accoutrements to spectacular jewels and gold, crowns, thrones, jewelry, a garden carriage, weapons, ceremonial dress, paintings, and textiles, this exhibition catalogue presents the riches and personal possessions of Russian royalty as well as the manners and customs of Romanov courtly life.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Antique Collectors' Club
ISBN-10
1882516141
ISBN-13
9781882516148
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2409980
Product Key Features
Book Title
Czars : 400 Years of Imperial Grandeur
Number of Pages
0 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2006
Topic
Russia & the Former Soviet Union
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
History
Author
I. A. Bobrovnitskaya
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
35.1 Oz
Item Length
12 in
Item Width
9 in
Additional Product Features
Lccn
2002-104309
Target Audience
Trade
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