#alexandrafeodorovna

[russianprincesses]

Olga, Tatiana and Alexei with their mother aboard the Standart, 1912.

Source:

https://collections.library.yale.edu/catalog/2

[infamoushistory]

The Execution of the Romanov Imperial Family

Late on the night of July 16, 1918, one of the most tragic events in Russian history unfolded in the basement of the Ipatiev House in Yekaterinburg. Ipatiev House, where the former Emperor Nicholas II of Russia, his wife Alexandra Feodorovna, their five children, and four loyal servants were being held by Bolshevik authorities. The family was awakened and ordered to dress quickly before being taken to the cellar. They were told that a photograph would be taken to prove they were still alive and to silence rumors that they had escaped. Once inside the room, the Romanovs and their servants were arranged in position. Moments later, a group of armed guards entered and opened fire.

Nicholas II was struck by multiple bullets and killed almost immediately. The small cellar quickly filled with smoke and dust as the gunmen fired wildly in the confusion, with many bullets striking the walls and ceiling rather than their intended targets. The poor visibility caused some of the attackers themselves to be injured. Alexandra was later shot and killed by military commissar Pyotr Ermakov, while the surviving members of the family were left wounded amid the chaos.

When the smoke cleared, the executioners discovered that several members of the imperial family were still alive. Maria Romanova attempted to escape through a rear door, but it had been nailed shut. The young Tsarevich Alexei, weakened by illness, and some of his sisters survived despite multiple gunshot wounds and bayonet attacks. The executioners returned to finish the killing, and two of the daughters were still alive minutes later before being beaten to death with rifle butts. Later investigations revealed that diamonds sewn into the children’s clothing had acted as armor, partially protecting them from bullets and bayonets.

After the massacre, the Bolsheviks attempted to hide the evidence by disposing of the bodies in secret. Their first plan to throw the remains into a mine shaft was abandoned after the location became known. Instead, they attempted to burn two of the bodies, but the process proved difficult, leading them to use acid to disfigure the remains. The other victims were buried in a hidden grave and also treated with acid in an effort to prevent identification.

The murder of the Romanov family ended more than three centuries of Romanov rule in Russia and became one of the most infamous episodes of the Russian Revolution. The discovery and identification of the remains decades later helped reveal the full tragedy of that night, while the family’s deaths remain a lasting symbol of the violence and upheaval that followed the collapse of imperial Russia.

[romanovsotma]

Group Photograph at Balmoral, 1896. Taken during the Emperor and Empress of Russia's visit to England.

L-R (front) : Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught; Princess Patricia of Connaught; Alexandra, Princess of Wales; Empress Alexandra Feodorovna; Princess Louise, Duchess of Fife; Princess Maud; Emperor Nicholas II and Princess Margaret of Connaught.

Back : Edward, Prince of Wales; Prince Carl of Denmark (Haakon VII); Princess Louise Margaret, Duchess of Connaught; Princess Helena Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein; Princess Victoria.

Photographed by Robert Milne via the Royal Collection Trust.

[romanov-royalty]

•𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐢 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐨𝐝𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐧𝐚,𝐭𝐰𝐨 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐛𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐲• .𝑇he new crowned Emperor Nicholas II and his wife Empress Alexandra Feodorovna had made a visit to the Austrian empire in 1896. We can see in the slides some illustrations during their visit, in the 3rd slide the Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria talking to the Russian Empress and next to her, Elizabeth the Empress of Austria nicknamed Sisi and Emperor Nicholas II,and the 4rth slide we can see a zoom in of that illustration showing the two Empresses who were considered to be the most beautiful at their times. Actually, Empress Alexandra saw Sisi 9 years ago when she was Princess Alix of Hesse, she was so impressed by her charm character and beauty. “On Saturday we saw the Empress of Austria, and I was perfectly enchanted with her. She has a most lovely, tall & thin figure (50 years old) and such a pretty face & soft voice.” wrote to her brother Prince Ernest of Hesse, 3 August 1887. “How funny it is to hear German spoken everywhere after 2 years in Russia. [...] Nicky drove with the Emperor [of Austria] & I followed with the Empress - I must say I am shy with all these masses of strange faces again. The Empress I had already seen twice before - she enquired after you. - Stephanie [the Dowager Crown Princess of Austria] was directly charming - she must be coming now in a minute - as she wanted to see me a little quietly. [...] At 5 there is an immense Dinner & Cercle (oh dear) & parade, then Pürschen for Nicky. At 4 family dinner at Leinz, then drive & later a Concert here in the Burg. It is such a pitty [sic] that as soon as the Empress does not appear Stephanie neither does, as she would have been such a great help to me.” wrote to her brother Ernest the Duke of Hesse 15/27th of August 1896 #empressalexandrafeodorovna #empresselisabethofaustria #empresssissi #alexandrafeodorovna #royalwomen #elisabethofaustria #history #royals #nicholasii #franzjosef #romanovs #theromanovs #romanovdynasty #romanova_team #otma #sissiofaustria #alixofhesse #sisi #empresselisabeth #romyschneider https://www.instagram.com/p/CbYFvCosMJN/?utm_medium=tumblr

[colorbyclio]

Princesses Alix and Marie of Hesse and by Rhine.

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[defunctfashion]

Evening Dress | c. 1830 ・・・ With its airy, tulle overdress, this lustrous, cream satin evening dress projects an ethereal luxury appropriate to its original owner, the Russian Empress Alexandra Feodorovna. The lightweight tulle hovers above an expansive skirt and generous puff sleeves, imparting a feeling of weightlessness to what is an otherwise voluminous gown. Ruched chiffon and pleated tulle add a measure of extravagance to the broad neckline, which itself accentuates the triangular shape of the bodice. The transparent oversleeves are removable, a feature that would have facilitated the transition from day to evening wear. Cut in the gigot shape with a satin flower petal cuff, such sleeves bridged the gap between elegance and practicality. (via @museumatfit) ・・・ #historicalfashion #fashion #mode #moda #ootd #ファッション #historyoffashion #vintagefashion #vintage #weddingdress #defunctfashion #couture #alexandrafeodorovna #1830sfashion https://www.instagram.com/p/BrOlfK3Aj2_/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ljqo845geq8r

[thelastduke]

Nothing lifts the spirit as much as shopping for tiaras! Especially when it might have belonged to the last Empress of Russia. Needless to say, it looked rather splendid on me! Please note the fine millegrain work and the aquamarines which are cut to fit the kokoshnik shape.👑👑👑👑👑 #london #mooddujour #tiara #tiaratuesday #imperialrussia #diamonds #christies #stjames #overthemoon #shopping #kokoshnik #alexandrafeodorovna #romanov (at Christie's)

[klimbims]

Alexandra Feodorovna, Empress of Russia by Olga