Stenglin, Johann (1710/15-1776) Germany, Russia Mikhail Fedorovich

Delve into the depths of history with this rare mezzotint engraving by Johann Stenglin, a renowned miniaturist and engraver from the Holy Roman Empire who spent a substantial part of his life in Russia. Stenglin’s work features Mikhail Fedorovich, the Tsar and Autocrat of All Russia, showcasing an exquisite blend of historical depth and artistic mastery. Born in a wealthy burgher family, Stenglin learned engraving under the eminent mezzotintist Johann Georg Friedrich Bodener. This piece is a testament to Stenglin’s work at the Academy of Sciences in St. Petersburg, where he portrayed a hundred Russian tsars, including Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov, who ascended the throne in 1613 and was the founder of a dynasty that ruled until 1917. An excellent addition to any art collection, it also presents an opportunity to own a piece of Russia’s rich past.