Alexander III, Emperor of Russia (1845-94)

Photograph of Alexander III, Emperor of Russia. He is standing facing the camera with his left hand resting on his hip. He is wearing a long, dark military coat with the Order of St George at his collar. The image has been signed and dated by the photographer.

Alexander III's towering stature and imposing figure are well conveyed in this accomplished photographic enlargement. Levitsky is often considered the patriarch of Russian photography, not only because of his mastery as a portraitist, but also for his many innovations in the field and for promoting the discipline as an art form.