Imperial presentation cabinet photograph of Empress Maria Feodorovna (wife of Alexander III and mother of Nicholas II) by Boissonas & Eggler studio.

The photograph is signed in black ink by the empress : Maria 1909

Although the photograph is dated ‘1909’, it is a later print of the 1881 original by court photographer Pasetti. Young Empress Maria is wearing a court dress with the sash of the Order of St. Catherine, diamond and pearl tiara, and necklaces.

6 6/8 x 9 1/4 in. (17 x 23,4 cm)

Imperial warrant, photographer’s name, and address (Nevsky 24, St. Petersburg) printed on back.

Handwriting in French near the upper border.