The Senate Palace - the residence of the President of the Russian Federation

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:41

Russia is famous for its brilliant architectural monuments. On the territory of the Moscow Kremlin there is a whole collection of samples of mature classicism, one of which is the Senate Palace. The Russian brilliant architect M. F. Kazakov designed and began its construction in 1776. The majestic main object of the "Kazakov" times was erected for 11 years. The classical proportion in the form of a triangle, the presence of two domed monumental ceilings give the Senate Palace grandeur and majesty.

The furnishings and decor of the interiors, rooms and galleries, recreated during the restoration, make an unforgettable impression.

Senate Palace description

A land plot was allocated for the construction of the palace, which determined its unusual layout. The building is made in the shape of a triangle, the courtyard is divided into three equal parts by two buildings.

In front of the arch is the domed central part of the palace. The rotunda is surrounded by a colonnade and crowned with a huge dome. 24 windows make it look like a temple. Senatethe palace rises above the walls of the Kremlin and is an addition to the unique ensemble of Red Square.

A bit of history

When was the Senate Palace built? The Moscow Kremlin was supplemented by this project at the direction of Empress Catherine II "to glorify the Russian state." Initially, the building was intended for administrative purposes. At first, state institutions were located here and celebrations were held for the nobility and nobility.

In the 19th century, the palace was called the "building of government offices" because it housed the city's administrative and judicial bodies.

After the October Revolution, it was the office of V. I. Lenin. Later, the Senate Palace of the Kremlin was the residence of the Ministries of the SSR.

Since the end of 1991, the residence of the Russian government has been located here, and in 1995, for the first time in 200 years, a general restoration of the building began, which lasted more than two years. They painstakingly restored the decoration of rooms and rooms, furniture upholstery, candelabra, lamps, chandeliers.

After restoration, the dome of the palace, as in the old days, again began to decorate the statue of St. George the Victorious, piercing the serpent with a spear.

Let's walk through the most famous halls and rooms of this magnificent architectural monument.

Catherine Hall

The rotunda hall or Catherine's Hall immediately impresses with its size. It is over twenty meters in diameter and nearly thirty meters high.

"Huge", "majestic", "monumental" - as soon as it was not called. The very ideathe performance of the hall - scale, triple lighting, proportionality and commensurability of individual parts - makes a striking impression. The device of a huge rounded vault emphasizes the aesthetics of classicism.

White and blue colors harmoniously echo the gilded fragments, are the classic completion of the integrity of the picture.

Oval Hall

It has been preserved since the "Kazakov" time, it is also called the Representative Office. During the restoration, the craftsmen completely preserved the historical setting and restored the original color background.

The hall is dominated by white colors and light green shades, which gives it severity and solidity.

Malachite huge fireplace - the pearl of the Oval Hall. Bronze clocks, products and candelabra attract the eye. Type-setting rich parquet is an imitation of a carpet, it is made of valuable and rare woods.

Cabinet and presidential library

In the northern part of the Senate Palace are administrative government offices, as well as the president's office. Its appearance has undergone some changes during the restoration.

The office is relatively small. During the reconstruction, the workers tried to reproduce the original spatial and volumetric trends of the room, which were laid down by the architect.

Perfectly sanded oak panels professionally fitted. The walls havedeep golden hue. Comfortable and effective furniture set is also made of oak. The ceiling is emblazoned with a strict-looking ornament, which gives the office a formal look.

The library office corresponds to the good traditions of classical Russian construction. Shelves of cabinets are made of dark wood. Bright shades and chandeliers set off dark shelves and white walls. The general atmosphere in the room is very solemn.

Blue Drawing Room and Audience Hall

The living room is next to the office. The upholstery of the furniture is harmoniously complemented by curtains, they are made in dark blue tones. Gold tassels fit perfectly into the design of the room and emphasize the white and gold wood of the furniture. Mirrored drops of candelabra give the room a sense of serenity and grandeur.

Next to the Blue Drawing Room is the Audience Hall. Its walls are hung with handwritten portraits of the emperors of Russia, the floor is magnificent and exquisite. A marble fireplace in light colors is an interesting interior detail. It is decorated with candelabra with graceful sculptural groups. The light arched ceiling and the shade of the walls are in harmony with the gilded furniture. Bordeaux upholstery dilutes the interior and gives it formality and solemnity.

During the restoration, the masters did their best to recreate the original Senate Palace to the smallest detail. Moscow is proud of this ancient monument, which is the pearl of the integral ensemble of the city.