Balsamo Collection

CAGLIOSTRO
GIUSEPPE BALSAMO, known as CAGLIOSTRO, demonstrating induced clairvoyance using hypnotised child as a medium capable of reading thoughts

Balsam of Peru or balsamo, Myroxylon balsamum (Toluifera balsamum). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a
FLO4987003 Balsam of Peru or balsamo, Myroxylon balsamum (Toluifera balsamum). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Balsamo (colour litho)
3117048 Balsamo (colour litho); (add.info.: Toluifera balsamum, Resina tolutana Kohler's Medizinal-Pflanzen in naturgetreuen Abbildungen mit kurz erlauterndem Texte)

Count Alessandro di Cagliostro (1743-1795). Creator: Bartolozzi, Francesco (1728-1813)
Count Alessandro di Cagliostro (1743-1795). Found in the Collection of the Bibliotheque Nationale de France

Joseph Balsamo, comte de Cagliostro, before the Inquisition in Rome on April 14, 1791, 1791. Private Collection

Portrait of Joseph Balsamo, comte de Cagliostro, 18th century. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Joseph Balsamo, comte de Cagliostro, 18th century. Private Collection

Joseph Balsamo, comte de Cagliostro, in his cabinet, creating an Homunculus. Private Collection

Magic session of Count Alessandro of Cagliostro, Second Half of the 19th century. Artist: Anonymous
Magic session of Count Alessandro of Cagliostro, Second Half of the 19th century. Found in the collection of Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Count Alessandro di Cagliostro (1743-1795), 1781. Artist: Duhamel du Monceau, Henri-Louis (1700-1782)
Count Alessandro di Cagliostro (1743-1795), 1781. From a private collection

Count Cagliostro, Aka Guiseppe Balsamo Or Joseph Balsamo, 1743-1795. Adventurer, Magician And Freemason. Photo-Etching From Engraving By Bartolozzi. From The Book " Lady Jacksons Works Xi

Cagliostro(Giuseppe Balsamo)
Giuseppe Balsamo(1743-1795), known as Cagliostro, Italian adventurer and occultist

CAGLIOSTRO, Giuseppe Balsamo, Count of (1743-1795). Italian traveller, occultist and Mason. Litography

Cagliostro (Figuier)
GIUSEPPE BALSAMO known as CAGLIOSTRO Italian adventurer Date: 1743 - 1795

Cagliostro / Silhouette
GIUSEPPE BALSAMO known as CAGLIOSTRO Italian adventurer and charlatan Date: 1743 - 1795

Portrait of Alessandro, Count of Cagliostro (Giuseppe Balsamo) (1743-95) (engraving)
KW3085225 Count Cagliostro aka Guiseppe Balsamo or Joseph Balsamo (1743-95) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Count Cagliostro aka Guiseppe Balsamo or Joseph Balsamo; 1743-1795)

Harry C. Franck as Joseph Balsamo. Date c1878 Apr. 4

Lorenza Cagliostro
LORENZA FELICIANA, known as Seraphina, companion and associate of Giuseppe Balsamo, known as Cagliostro - Italian adventuress

CAGLIOSTRO (1743 - 1795)
GIUSEPPE BALSAMO, aka CAGLIOSTRO, Italian adventurer here learning occult secrets from his master Althotas, who may never have existed

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"Balsamo: Unraveling the Enigma of Count Alessandro di Cagliostro" Step into the mysterious world of Count Alessandro di Cagliostro, also known as Giuseppe Balsamo, a captivating figure from the 18th century. This enigmatic character, depicted in various portraits and illustrations, continues to intrigue us with his extraordinary life. Born in 1743 as Joseph Balsamo, comte de Cagliostro, he possessed an uncanny ability to captivate audiences with his magical performances. In Rome on April 14, 1791, he found himself facing the daunting Inquisition due to his controversial practices. One portrait captures Joseph Balsamo's charismatic presence during this turbulent era. Created by an anonymous artist in the 18th century, it showcases his piercing gaze and intriguing aura that left people spellbound. Count Alessandro di Cagliostro was not only a magician but also an alchemist. Within his cabinet of wonders, he delved into creating an Homunculus - a miniature human-like creature - showcasing both his fascination with mysticism and scientific experimentation. In another mesmerizing depiction from the second half of the 19th century by an unknown artist lies a glimpse into one of Count Alessandro's magic sessions. The illustration transports us back in time when audiences were enthralled by illusions and secrets hidden within every trick. Henri-Louis Duhamel du Monceau's portrayal from 1781 offers insight into Count Alessandro's appearance during this period. His elegant attire and composed demeanor hint at a man who effortlessly commanded attention wherever he went. Cagliostro's influence extended beyond just himself; it even inspired pseudonyms like "Cagliostro" or "Silhouette. " These names became synonymous with mystery and intrigue throughout history.