magnificence of the tsars ceremonial mens dress of the russian imperial court 1721 1917 ; from the collection of the moscow kremlin museums
with specially commissioned photographs of never before seen clothing magnificence of the tsars celebrates the majesty of masculine uniform in russia at its finest . the luxurious opulent lifestyles enjoyed by the russian tsars their families and courts were among the worlds most extravagant for nearly two centuries continue to be a source of endless fascination today . in this exquisitely illustrated collection the grandeur of imperial russia is displayed in full . starting in the 1730s with exquisitely embroidered coats and elaborately patterned silks from the wardrobe of tsar peter ii these resplendent garments document a unique dialogue between military uniform court dress european fashion and traditional russian dress .