: From August through October, Ursus Prints, 981 Madison Avenue, is
showing a collection of Nineteenth Century lithographs and
engravings of St Petersburg, Russia, in honor of the city's 300th
anniversary of its official founding this year.
A collection of lithographs published in Paris by Lemercier, for
Daziaro, circa 1850. will illuminate St Petersburg's stately
constructions with elegant vibrancy and hand coloring that was
executed at the time of publication. Also on exhibit are a series
of lithographs from the Collection des Uniformes de L'Armee
Imperiale Russe, circa 1835-1837. These images beautifully
present the Russian military in their opulent regalia astride
polished horses.
Additionally featured are Jakob von Staehlin's rare impressions
on silk, elaborately engraved depicting the fireworks and
festivities celebrating the marriage between Paul, the eldest son
of Peter III and Catherine the Great (1754-1801).
For information, 212-772-8787.
