The notorious figure of Grigory Rasputin cast a shadow on Nicholas II and the imperial family. He exerted a strong influence on Empress Alexandra and through her on the Emperor. All strata of Russian society were displeased with his untraditional religious doctrines as well as immorality and scandalous behavior. He was killed in a court conspiracy. The plain black cassock of cheap textile, uncombed long beard and wild closely set eyes make his representation very lively and realistic.

Tin and wood;
casting and hand-painting.
Height 3 1/2 in. (9 cm).