Empress Alexandra Feodorowna

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ca. 1825–30 · Bronze and gilt bronze · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Empress Alexandra (1798–1860), born Princess Friederike-Louise-Charlotte-Wilhelmine of Prussia, was the wife of Emperor Nicholas I of Russia. This bust captures the regal majesty of the elegant Empress, who avoided politics but was known for her love of literature, family, and social occasions.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1825–30

Medium

Bronze and gilt bronze

Culture

German or Russian

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of David and Constance Yates, 2002