A SUPERB antique photograph of Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra returning from the Jubilee Parade of the Life Guard Uhlan (Lancer) Regiment of Her Majesty Empress Alexandra Feodorovna.

8 5/6 x 5 3/4 in. (21,8 x 14,7 cm)

Excellent condition

Not only is this picture taken from a close distance, it also has a street view, which makes it especially rare. Most military photographs were shot at parade fields.

15 May 1903

Peterhof

Baron Freedericks – Minister of the Imperial Court

Grand Duke Vladimir Alexandrovich – son of Alexander II and uncle of Nicholas II

Prince Felix Yusupov Count Sumarokov-Elston – Commander of Cavalry of the Imperial Guards

Inscription on the back:

15 May 1903

Novy (New) Peterhof

The celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the Life Guard Uhlan

Regiment of Her Majesty with Their Majesties in attendance

The Emperor and Empress are returning to the Peterhof Palace after the parade.