Tsar Alexei Michaylovich choosing a bride 1887

Konstantin Egorovich Makovsky's 1887 painting "Tsar Alexei Michaylovich choosing a bride" depicts a scene from the life of the Russian Tsar, a pivotal moment in the history of the Romanov dynasty. The scene takes place in an opulent, yet dimly lit chamber. Tsar Alexei Michaylovich, adorned in rich robes, stands on a dais, surrounded by attendants, scrutinizing a line of women. This historical depiction of the Russian Tsar's marriage selection, a traditional custom at the time, highlights the power and grandeur of the Russian monarchy.