Meticulously restored Silver Study (Серебряный кабинет), showcasing walls clad in shimmering glass panels inset with silvered and gilded ornaments inside the Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Symmetrical perspective looks directly toward the alcove sofa inside the Silver Study, showcasing the rhythmic placement of dark, slender porphyry columns that partition the mirrored walls, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Upward angle view of the detailed ceiling of the Silver Study, showcasing its white-tiled background accented by a large, central rosette pattern made of dark plum-colored segments and gold filigree, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Symmetrical perspective looking directly toward the alcove sofa inside the Snuffbox room (Табакерка), highlighting its intricate walls decorated with white glass panels, gilded ornaments, and striking dark blue glass bands, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on view of the alcove of the Snuffbox room, framing the bright blue velvet sofa and matching side stools against the uniform geometric carpet, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Top-down perspective of the intricate wood parquetry floor inside the Silver Study, echoing the design of the room's ceiling rosette, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Angled corner view of the vibrant walls of the Snuffbox room, highlighting the bold contrast between the bright blue glass panels, gilded scrollwork, and white glass fields, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Wide, upward perspective of the intersection of the walls and ceiling inside the Silver Study, showcasing how the dark porphyry columns align with the gilded ceiling framework, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Wide-angle view of the Raphael Hall (Рафаэлевский коридор / Рафаэлевская комната), showcasing its walls heavily lined with multi-tiered mirrors and rectangular painted panels depicting classical figures, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Angled corner perspective of the Raphael Hall detailing the complex interplay of vertical mirror panels and colorful arabesque pilasters adorned with classical figures and floral scrolls, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on perspective of an elaborate rolling wheelchair chair inside the Mirror Study (Зеркальный кабинет), in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on view of the alcove bed inside Empress Catherine the Great's Bedchamber (Опочивальня), showcasing a grand canopy draped with cream silk curtains and fringed valances, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Wide, angled perspective of a corner of the Passage Room (Проходной кабинет), emphasizing walls lined with white-and-gold paneled wood and an array of framed classical artwork and cameos, in Zubov Wing of the Catherine Palace. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Scaly knight mushrooms (Tricholoma vaccinum) under spruce trees in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Poison pie mushrooms (Hebeloma crustuliniforme) under spruce trees in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Lurid bolete mushroom (Suillellus luridus) in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Section of lurid bolete mushroom (Suillellus luridus) in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Young lurid bolete mushroom (Suillellus luridus) in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Looking-straight-up perspective of the intricate, domed ceiling inside the Turkish Bath pavilion (Турецкая баня), showing its Islamic-style architecture, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Wider, upward-facing perspective of the Turkish Bath pavilion interior framing the central dome alongside the lower architectural details of the room, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on perspective of on the ornate marble wall fountain niche inside the main hall of the Turkish Bath pavilion, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on, looking-up perspective of an intricately gilded door screen inside the entrance or transit area of the Turkish Bath pavilion, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Wide, eye-level perspective of the central hall of the Turkish Bath pavilion, framing the marble wall fountain niche at the back of the symmetrical composition, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
Straight-on perspective of on an intimate sitting alcove inside the Turkish Bath pavilion, featuring an intricate wooden cabinet and small folding table arranged on the checkered marble floor, in Catherine Park. Tsarskoe selo near Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 6, 2026
