Tsar Nicholas II - A Royal Portrait Metal Print

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Tsar Nicholas II was the last Emperor of Russia, ruling from 1894 until his abdication in 1917. He was known for his traditionalist and autocratic rule, and his inability to effectively address the challenges facing the Russian Empire. This portrait depicts Nicholas II at the height of his power, dressed in his military uniform and with a serious expression on his face. Despite his youth, he was already a seasoned leader, having ascended to the throne at the age of 26 following the death of his father, Tsar Alexander III. As Tsar, Nicholas II was responsible for overseeing a vast and complex empire, and his reign was marked by numerous challenges including the Russo-Japanese War, World War I, and internal strife within Russia. Ultimately, his inability to adapt to the changing times would lead to his downfall, and he and his family were executed by the Bolshevik government in 1918.

In order to spend more time with his family, Kai Saarto (b. 1974) traded his successful career in journalism for the uncertain income of an artist. He paints exclusively on digital oils, with results that are virtually impossible to tell from a real oil paintings. Most of his artistic work is privately commissioned portraits, but he also has an ever expanding portfolio of prints. These are from various subjects, including street scenes, landscapes, military equipment and works inspired by video games. Kai Saarto lives in city of Turku, Finland, with his wife, sons and two crazy springer spaniels.