Ambroise Thomas Collection

Ambroise Thomas
3586097 Ambroise Thomas; (add.info.: Photograph of Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896) a French composer. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Leibig card illustrating a scene from Mignon, an opera comique by Ambroise Thomas. 1866 (chromolithograph)
5669267 Leibig card illustrating a scene from Mignon, an opera comique by Ambroise Thomas. 1866 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: The original French libretto was by Jules Barbier and Michel Carre)

Illustration depicting characters from Mignon, an opera comique by Ambroise Thomas. 1866 (painting)
5669266 Illustration depicting characters from Mignon, an opera comique by Ambroise Thomas. 1866 (painting); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Ambroise Thomas
3118736 Ambroise Thomas; (add.info.: Sketch of Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896) a French composer and Director of the Conservatoire de Paris. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Amb. Thomas, 1876 / 84. Creator: Antoine-Samuel Adam-Salomon
Amb. Thomas, 1876/84. [Portrait of French composer Ambroise Thomas]. Woodburytype, from the periodical " Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire, Artistique" (1876), volume 1

Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896) (b / w photo)
5219991 Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896)

Portrait of Ambroise Thomas (engraving)
815150 Portrait of Ambroise Thomas (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Ambroise Thomas)

Ambroise Thomas (gravure)
734232 Ambroise Thomas (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas. Illustration for Celebrated Musicians of All Nations by M Fs Harvey)

Mignon Sings (chromolitho)
735595 Mignon Sings (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mignon Sings. Liebig card)

Mignon, Lothario and Wilhelm (chromolitho)
735599 Mignon, Lothario and Wilhelm (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mignon, Lothario and Wilhelm)

The 1000th performance of Mignon, by Ambroise Thomas (colour litho)
2818520 The 1000th performance of Mignon, by Ambroise Thomas (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The 1000th performance of the opera Mignon)

Mignon, Act III scene viii (gravure)
666889 Mignon, Act III scene viii (gravure) by Dodge, William de Leftwich (1867-1935) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mignon, Act III scene viii)

Hamlet: The Duel (chromolitho)
735045 Hamlet: The Duel (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamlet: The Duel)

Hamlet: Ophelia (chromolitho)
735044 Hamlet: Ophelia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamlet: Ophelia. Liebig card)

Hamlet: Old Hamlets Ghost (chromolitho)
735040 Hamlet: Old Hamlets Ghost (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamlet: Old Hamlets Ghost)

Ambroise Thomas, compositeur de musique (coloured photo)
974864 Ambroise Thomas, compositeur de musique (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas, compositeur de musique)

Sigrid Arnoldson in the title role in Mignon (coloured photo)
978113 Sigrid Arnoldson in the title role in Mignon (coloured photo) by Reutlinger Studio (1850-1937) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sigrid Arnoldson, Swedish opera singer)

Ambroise Thomas, Musicien, 1811-1896, Erigee au Parc Monceau (chromolitho)
726495 Ambroise Thomas, Musicien, 1811-1896, Erigee au Parc Monceau (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas, Musicien, 1811-1896)

Wilhelm Rescues Mignon (chromolitho)
735598 Wilhelm Rescues Mignon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wilhelm Rescues Mignon)

Wilhelm and Mignon (chromolitho)
735597 Wilhelm and Mignon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wilhelm and Mignon)

Wilhelm, Philine and Mignon (chromolitho)
735596 Wilhelm, Philine and Mignon (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wilhelm, Philine and Mignon)

Charles Louis Ambroise Thomas, 1865-66 (litho)
2641181 Charles Louis Ambroise Thomas, 1865-66 (litho) by Lemoine, Alfred (1824-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Louis Ambroise Thomas, Ambroise Thomas)

Mignon Is Saved By Wilhelm (chromolitho)
735594 Mignon Is Saved By Wilhelm (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mignon Is Saved By Wilhelm)

Scene from the opera Hamlet (colour litho)
726758 Scene from the opera Hamlet (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from the opera Hamlet, adapted from the play by William Shakespeare)

Mignon, by Ambroise Thomas (chromolitho)
968695 Mignon, by Ambroise Thomas (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mignon, by Ambroise Thomas)

French celebrities of art and science (colour litho)
3638736 French celebrities of art and science (colour litho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French celebrities of art and science: Horace Vernet (1789-1863)

Ambroise Thomas, Le Caid (chromolitho)
667170 Ambroise Thomas, Le Caid (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas, Le Caid. Card published by Guerin-Boutron, c 1900)

Ambroise Thomas (chromolitho)
734779 Ambroise Thomas (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ambroise Thomas. Liebig card)

Hamlet: The Play Within a Play (II) (chromolitho)
735042 Hamlet: The Play Within a Play (II) (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamlet: The Play Within a Play (II)

Portrait of the Opera singer Ida Basilier-Magelssen (1846-1928) as Philine in Opera " Mignon" by Ambroise Thomas, 1887. Found in the collection of Ateneum, Helsinki

Portrait of the composer Ambroise Thomas (1811-1896), 1890s. Found in the collection of Philharmonie de Paris

Ambroise Thomas, French opera composer, 1889. Thomass (1811-1896) best known operas are Mignon (1866) and Hamlet (1868). He was Director of the Conservatoire de Paris from 1871 until 1896

Ambroise Thomas, 1811-1896. French Composer. Portrait By Chase Emerson American Artist 1874-1922

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L Ambigu Comique
The Theatre de l Ambigu Comique in Paris associated with composers Mehul, Auber, Donizetti, Berlioz, Adam and Ambroise Thomas. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Comedie Francaise
The Comedie Francaise in Paris, associated with composers Etienne-Nicolas Mehul, Daniel Auber, Donizetti, Hector Berlioz, Adolphe Adam and Ambroise Thomas amongst others

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Ambroise Thomas, a renowned composer of the 19th century, left an indelible mark on the world of music. His compositions were not only melodious but also deeply emotive, capturing the essence of human emotions in their purest form. One such masterpiece was his opera "Hamlet, " which showcased his exceptional talent and creativity. The chromolithographs depicting scenes from this opera, like Claudius' prayers and the play within a play, are vivid testaments to Thomas' ability to bring Shakespeare's tragedy to life through music. In a black and white photograph taken in 1876/84 by Antoine-Samuel Adam-Salomon, we catch a glimpse himself. This image captures the composer's intense focus and dedication towards his craft. An engraving portrait further immortalizes Ambroise Thomas as it showcases his dignified presence and artistic prowess, and is evident that he possessed an innate ability to express complex emotions through musical notes. Another remarkable creation by Thomas was "Mignon, " an opera that resonated with audiences worldwide. Chromolithographs illustrating Mignon singing or featuring characters like Lothario and Wilhelm transport us into this enchanting world created by Thomas' genius. The color lithograph commemorating the 1000th performance of "Mignon" speaks volumes about its enduring popularity among both critics and fans alike. It serves as a testament to Ambroise Thomas' lasting impact on operatic history. A gravure from Act III scene viii of Mignon encapsulates the raw emotion present throughout this captivating production. Through these engravings, we witness how every detail was meticulously crafted under Ambroise Thomas' guidance to create an unforgettable experience for all who witnessed it. Thomas also composed another notable opera based on Shakespeare's work - "Hamlet. " Chromolithographs portraying dramatic moments like duels or Ophelia's haunting presence reveal how he skillfully translated the Bard's words into musical masterpieces.