What family controlled the Russian Empire in the 19th century?

The Russian Empire in the 19th century was controlled by the Romanov family. They ruled from 1613 until the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II in 1917, marking the end of the dynasty. The Romanovs oversaw significant events, including the expansion of the empire, the emancipation of serfs in 1861, and various social and political reforms. Their reign was characterized by both autocratic rule and growing unrest that eventually led to the Russian Revolution.