Bouffe Collection

Scenery for the Vladimir Mayakovskys play Mystery-Bouffe
" Scenery for the Vladimir Mayakovskys play " Mystery-Bouffe" in 1919. Oil on canvas."

Bouffe, in the role of Grandet in La Fille de Cavaire (engraving)
584330 Bouffe, in the role of Grandet in La Fille de Cavaire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bouffe)

Hugues Bouffe in the vaudeville Le Chevalier de Grignon by Melesville (Anne Honore Joseph Duveyrier) and Jean Francois Alfred Bayard, Theatre des Varietes, 1844

Achille Ricquier as the Duke of Popoli in La Sirene, 1844
Basse bouffe (comic opera singer) Achille Ricquier as the Duke of Popoli in La Sirene by Daniel Auber and Eugene Scribe, Theatre Royal de l Opera Comique, 1844

Hugues Bouffe in Leonard le Perruquier, 1846
French comic actor Hugues Bouffe in Leonard le Perruquier by Dumanoir and Clairville, Theatre des Varieties, 1846. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor

French actor Hugues Bouffe as Zarillo in Le Filleul de Tout le Monde by Emile Souvestre, Theatres des Varieties, 1847. Handcoloured lithograph after an illustration by Alexandre Lacauchie from Victor

French comic actor Hugues Bouffe as Julien
French comic actor Hugues Marie Desire Bouffe as Julien in Le Mousse (The Ships Boy) by Emile Souvestre, Theatre des Varietees, 1846

Luciano Bouffe in Les Deux Compagnons du Tour
Luciano Bouffe in the role of Nantais-le-Pensif in Les Deux Compagnons du Tour de France, by Lockroy and Jules de Wailly, Theatre des Varietes, 1845

Offenbachs new opera-bouffe, The Voyage to the Moon (engraving)
1036162 Offenbachs new opera-bouffe, The Voyage to the Moon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Offenbachs new opera-bouffe, The Voyage to the Moon)

Portrait of Bouffe (engraving)
1586840 Portrait of Bouffe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Bouffe. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 June 1842)

Poster advertising La Vie Parisienne, an operetta by Jacques Offenbach (1819-90
CHT170485 Poster advertising La Vie Parisienne, an operetta by Jacques Offenbach (1819-90) 1886 (litho) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); Bibliotheque de l Opera Garnier, Paris

Poster for La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein by Jacques Offenbach (1819-90
CHT170487 Poster for La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein by Jacques Offenbach (1819-90) (litho) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Offenbachs new opera bouffe, La Boulangere a des Ecus, at the Varietes, Paris (engraving)
1036179 Offenbachs new opera bouffe, La Boulangere a des Ecus, at the Varietes, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Offenbachs new opera bouffe)

John Hollingshead (engraving)
3099776 John Hollingshead (engraving) by Waddy, Frederick (1848-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Hollingshead. Illustration for Cartoon Portraits)

Cartoon, the late Mr Joseph Eldred, operetta singer
Cartoon, the late Mr Joseph Eldred -- Poor Joe! He was an operetta singer who ran his own production company, Joseph Eldreds Dramatic and Opera Bouffe Company. 1884

Caricature of Charles Alias and H B Farnie
Caricature of Charles Alias (c1852-1921), theatrical costumier, and Henry Brougham Farnie (1836-1889), author, librettist and adapter -- Opera Bouffe collaborators. 1882

John Hollingshead - 2
JOHN HOLLINGSHEAD Writer and impresario, depicted juggling with drama, opera bouffe and ballet. Date: 1827 - 1904

Source Size = 2717 x 2687
Composers of Opera Bouffe: M. Jacques Offenbach

Source Size = 3773 x 2357
Composers of Opera Bouffe: M. Charles Lecocq (Left), M.F.R. Hervaa (Right)

Scenography by Alexander Tyshler for the final
" Scenography by Alexander Tyshler for the final act of the play " Mystery-Bouffe" by Vladimir Mayakovski. Represented in the Theatre of Satire in Moscow, 1957. Oil on canvas."

Adah Richmonds Operetta Bouffe Troupe. Date c1878

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"Bouffe: A Journey Through The World of Theatre and Opera" Step into the enchanting world of bouffe, where vibrant characters come to life on stage. From Vladimir Mayakovskys play Mystery-Bouffe to Offenbachs new opera-bouffe, The Voyage to the Moon, this genre has captivated audiences for centuries. In the role of Grandet in La Fille de Cavaire, Bouffe mesmerizes with his impeccable acting skills. His portrayal leaves a lasting impression, showcasing his talent and versatility as an actor. Similarly, Hugues Bouffes performance in Le Chevalier brings laughter and joy to all who witness it. Achille Ricquier shines as the Duke of Popoli in La Sirene. With grace and charm, he effortlessly commands attention on stage. Meanwhile, Hugues Bouffes appearance in Leonard le Perruquier showcases his ability to transform into different characters flawlessly. French comic actor Hugues Bouffes portrayal of Zarillo in Le is nothing short of brilliant. His comedic timing and expressive face bring hilarity to every scene he graces. Equally impressive is Luciano Bouffes performance in Les Deux Compagnons du Tour; his presence lights up the stage with energy and charisma. The artistry continues with Offenbachs operettas like La Vie Parisienne and La Grande Duchesse de Gerolstein. These productions transport audiences into a whimsical world filled with catchy tunes and captivating storylines. As we delve deeper into bouffe's rich history through these engravings and posters, we are reminded of its enduring legacy within the performing arts community. It serves as a testament to the power that theatre holds - transporting us from reality into a realm where imagination knows no bounds. So let us celebrate bouffe - an art form that has brought laughter, joy, and inspiration throughout generations.