The Foundation of Saint Petersburg by the German-Russian painter Alexander Ewstafijewitsch von Kotzebue (1815-1889). Kotzebue depicted here Tsar Peter the Great as a the visionary founder of the city. Artisans and architects are fascinated at his feet while he is dramatically illuminated.
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13 hours ago
Not too often does a city start via one person's decision - normally it just evolves over a long time. Peter the Great was depicted as a godly player.. Appropriately.
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