The Russian armoured cruiser Rurik was ordered in 1905 to replace the heavy losses incurred in the recent war with Japan. Launched in 1906, she was the last major warship to be constructed abroad. Built by Vickers, she displaced 15,433 tonnes (15,190 tons) and carried 20-4.7in, 8-8in and four 10in. guns. Her magazines were fitted with rapid flooding equipment and drenching sprays - a feature unique to the Russian navy. Rurik was broken up in 1923.

It is believed this picture originally hung in the officers wardroom.