1989.4.16.a
Catherine II (1729–1796), Empress of Russia 1762–1796, Establishment of the Foundlings Hospital
Artist
Timothei Ivanov (Timofei Ivanov)
(1724 - 1797)
Title
Catherine II (1729–1796), Empress of Russia 1762–1796, Establishment of the Foundlings Hospital
Creation Date
1763
Century
mid-18th century
Classification
Medals/Plaquettes
Creation Place
Asia, Russia
Medium and Support
bronze
Credit Line
Bequest of Amanda Marchesa Molinari
Copyright
Public Domain
Accession Number
1989.4.16.a
Enlightenment principles and a desire to westernize Russia inspired Catherine the Great’s ambitious program to reform education and welfare in Russia. This medal commemorates the decree establishing an orphanage in St. Petersburg that provided free education and housing to orphans (completed in 1772).