Exterieur van de Izaäkkathedraal in Sint Petersburg 1850 - 1876

This photograph, taken between 1850 and 1876 by Alfred Lorens, depicts the Izhak Cathedral in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The image showcases the grandeur of the Neoclassical architecture, highlighting the imposing structure with its iconic domes and columns. Lorens, a prominent photographer of the 19th century, captured the detail and scale of the building, making this a valuable historical document of the city. The photograph is small in size, measuring only 92 mm in height and 120 mm in width, yet it powerfully conveys the architectural beauty of the cathedral.