The history of building the northern fraternal cells of Virgin Mary assumption monastery in Tikhvin

The article is focused on the formation of one of the fraternal houses of the Virgin Mary Assumption Monastery in Tikhvin (Leningrad region), the volume-spatial composition of which was developed during the second half of the 17th century. It describes the history of the complex origin around the Assumption Cathedral of the 16th century and Cell housing location in the wooden and stone ensembles. Comparing the archival documents and the data obtained as a result of field studies, were identified the initial planning and design features of the Nordic fraternal cells. The research identified brigades of Tikhvin masons of 1680-1690 who worked in the construction of the building. Fragments of the original architectural decorations and facade colors were found. The research also identified graphic reconstructions, giving an idea not only of the original appearance of the building, but also the history of its changes.