The Tsarina's Lost Treasure: Catherine the Great, a Golden Age Masterpiece, and a Legendary Shipwreck

Name: The Tsarina's Lost Treasure: Catherine the Great, a Golden Age Masterpiece, and a Legendary Shipwreck
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Book Synopsis: A riveting history and maritime adventure about priceless masterpieces originally destined for Catherine the Great.On October 1771, a merchant ship out of Amsterdam, Vrouw Maria, crashed off the stormy Finnish coast, taking her historic cargo to the depths of the Baltic Sea. The vessel was delivering a dozen Dutch masterpiece paintings to Europe’s most voracious collector: Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia. Among the lost treasures was The Nursery, an oak-paneled triptych by Leiden fine painter Gerrit Dou, Rembrandt’s most brilliant student and Holland’s first international superstar artist. Dou’s triptych was long the most beloved and most coveted painting of the Dutch Golden Age, and its loss in the shipwreck was mourned throughout the art world. Vrouw Maria, meanwhile, became a maritime legend, confounding would-be salvagers for more than two hundred years. In July 1999, a daring Finnish wreck hunter found Vrouw Maria, upright on the sea floor and perfectly preserved. The Tsarina’s Lost Treasure masterfully recounts the fascinating tale of Vrouw Maria—her loss and discovery—weaving together the rise and fall of the artist whose priceless masterpiece was the jewel of the wreckage. Gerald Easter and Mara Vorhees bring to vivid life the personalities that drove (and are still driving) this compelling tale, evoking Robert Massie’s depiction of Russian high politics and culture, Simon Schama’s insights into Dutch Golden Age art and art history, Gary Kinder’s spirit of, danger and adventure on the beguiling Archipelago Sea.

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Immerse yourself in a captivating historical journey with The Tsarina's Lost Treasure: Catherine the Great, a Golden Age Masterpiece, and a Legendary Shipwreck. This book delves into the remarkable story of the ill-fated merchant ship Vrouw Maria, which met its tragic demise off the Finnish coast, carrying a valuable cargo including a dozen Dutch masterpieces destined for Catherine the Great. Brace yourself for an enticing blend of maritime adventure and art history that will leave you spellbound.

Discover the heart-wrenching loss of The Nursery, an exceptional oak-paneled triptych painted by the brilliant Gerrit Dou, Rembrandt's most talented student and a superstar artist of the Dutch Golden Age. This masterpiece held immense significance and sentimentality within the art world, making its sinking a profound tragedy. Our expertly crafted narrative brings this emotion-laden story to life, sparking both intrigue and a desire to uncover the secrets hidden far beneath the sea's surface.

For over two centuries, treasure hunters and art enthusiasts alike were confounded by the enigma of Vrouw Maria's whereabouts. The suspense surrounding the ship and its precious cargo grew with each passing year, intensifying the allure for those who sought to unlock its mysteries. In 1999, a Finnish wreck hunter boldly embarked on an incredible expedition that revealed the astonishing: Vrouw Maria remained upright on the seabed, perfectly preserved alongside the vibrant artwork it once carried.

Prepare to be utterly enthralled as author Gerald Easter and co-author Mara Vorhees transport you back in time, skillfully interweaving narratives of ambition, tragedy, and triumph. They expertly capture the essence of Russian high politics and culture, akin to Robert Massie's acclaimed works, while invoking the spirit of danger and adventure that echoes in Gary Kinder's tales of extraordinary exploits.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this mesmerizing journey to uncover The Tsarina's Lost Treasure. Experience the allure of the Dutch Golden Age, the intrigue of a mysterious shipwreck, and the enchantment of an art masterpiece lost and found. Take the plunge into history and be prepared to be left in awe.

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